{"id":324,"date":"2019-06-17T11:00:17","date_gmt":"2019-06-17T15:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ecoprintq.com\/blog\/?p=324"},"modified":"2019-07-03T15:58:30","modified_gmt":"2019-07-03T19:58:30","slug":"world-blood-donor-day-ecoprintq-donates-blood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ecoprintq.com\/blog\/world-blood-donor-day-ecoprintq-donates-blood\/","title":{"rendered":"World Blood Donor Day: ecoprintQ Donates Blood!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On Friday, June 14th, ecoprintQ hosted a blood drive. The big red bus came to our office where ecoprintQ, as well as the offices in our building, signed up to donate blood. Greeted by an incredible staff the process was simple and quick. ecoprintQ\u2019s marketing manager, Dianna was the first one up! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dianna sporting a What\u2019s Happenin\u2019 hat. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

 Calm, cool and collected through the process when asked why she chose to donate blood, Dianna simply said, “I know what’s it’s like to need blood, so this is my way of giving back and helping others who need it.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While donating, the staff talked us through the process a bit as well reasons why people should donate. While needles can be a bit scary, the fear is nothing compared to the feeling you get knowing you could be saving a life. Here are 3 things to know about donating blood:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why You Should Donate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can save a life, or several lives. The blood you donate\ncan be used for transfusions, women with complications of pregnancy during or\nafter childbirth, trauma patients, children with severe anemia, and many\nothers. There are some people and children that require regular transfusions\nbecause of conditions like sickle cell disease and thalassemia. By donating\nblood, you become a hero for someone else and their loved ones.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The blood you choose to donate can be broken up into different\ncomponents. Red cells, platelets, and plasma can be used individually for\npatients with specific conditions. Regular blood donations are needed because\nblood can only be stored for a limited amount of time before use. While you don\u2019t\nneed to do it monthly, consider doing it even a few times a year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If You\u2019re Considering\nDonating<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re thinking about donating but aren\u2019t sure if you\u2019re\neligible, check out these Can\nI Donate<\/a> facts from Oneblood. Worried about the needle? It\u2019s very common\nfor people to avoid donating because of the needle, however, when it comes to\ndonating, the only sensation you may feel is a slight sting or pinch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One pint of blood is typically the amount donated, so if you\u2019re\nconsidering it, make sure to have a light healthy meal and drink plenty of\nwater.  The process itself takes about\n10-15 minutes, not counting the time taken to answer some questions and get\nyour blood and iron levels checked. For more information and frequently asked\nquestions, read the FAQ sheet from Oneblood here<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fast Facts by Oneblood<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n