BLOOD DONATION 1 Please pay attention in our

BLOOD DONATION 1

Please pay attention in our workshop as there will be a test at the end of it and you can win a prize 2

WHERE DOES YOUR BLOOD TYPE COME FROM ? LET’S WATCH A MOVIE 1

WHERE DOES YOUR BLOOD TYPE COME FROM ?

There are more possibilities. . 1

The Benefits of Donating Blood 2

There’s no end to the benefits of donating blood for those who need it. ❖ Donating blood benefits both recipients and donors ❖ There are health benefits for donors, too, on top of the benefits that come from helping others 2

Donating blood has benefits for your emotional and physical health ❖ reduces stress ❖ improves your emotional well-being ❖ benefits your physical health ❖ helps get rid of negative feelings ❖ provides a sense of belonging and reduce isolation ❖ gives a feeling the joy of saving a human life 1

Health benefits coming from donating blood ➔ Blood donation may lower risk of heart disease and heart attack Why? because … ❖ it reduces the blood’s stickness ❖ it lowers iron stores ❖ it lowers your blood pressure 2

➔ Free health checkup ❖ pulse ❖ blood pressure ❖ body temperature ❖ hemoglobin levels Your blood is also tested for several diseases like HIV 2

Is blood donation risky? ❖ Blood donation is safe for healthy adults. ❖ There’s no risk of contracting disease. ❖ New, sterile equipment is used for each donor. 1

Side effects of donating blood ❖ Some people may feel sick or dizzy after donating blood. If this happens, it should only last a few minutes. You can lie down with your feet up until you feel better. 2 ❖ You may also experience some bleeding at the site of the needle. Applying pressure and raising your arm for a couple of minutes will usually stop this. You may develop a bruise at the site. 1

Call the blood donation center if: ● You still feel sick or dizzy after drinking, eating and resting ● You develop a raised bump or continue bleeding at the needle site ● You have arm pain, numbness or tingling

Blood donation is a wonderful way of giving back a life, but to ensure the safety of both donors and recipients there are few requirements you should keep in mind. The first step is to know your blood group and to which blood group your blood matches for donation. 1

DO YOU KNOW YOUR BLOOD TYPE ? 2

You will get a small piece of paper - please write your type of blood. Keep it for later … 2

Let’s watch the movie to learn which blood group can be donated to whom ? 2

You will get a piece of paper - walk around and find: ❖ all people you can donate your blood to ❖ all people who can donate their blood to you Write the results down on the piece of paper 1

NAME POLAND GREECE PORTUGAL CROATIA Ania B Paweł Dominik Ania J Dorota Ewa Julita Maria M. Vasiliki G. Alexandra K. Eleftheria K. Renisa D. Ioana M. Cristina Silva Ana Sofia Garcia Beatriz Gonçalves Margarida Teixeira Sofia Palmar Beatriz Gonçalves Simona Ivan Antonija Noa Zdravka Keti Marina Alan Who can I donate my blood to? Who can donate blood to me?

If you want to be a donor ● You need to be 18 (depending on the country) to donate whole blood. 2 Some countries allow you to donate at 16 if parents agree. ● You have to weigh at least 50 kilos (depending on the country) and be in good health to donate. 1 ● You need to provide information about medical conditions and any medicines you’re taking. These may influence if you can donate blood or not. 2 ● You must wait at least 6 months if you had surgery, tattoo, ear piercing or other parts of the body 1 ● You must wait at least 8 weeks (women) or 6 weeks (men) between whole blood donations. 2

Why to donate blood? A lot of people are waiting for you - you can save their life 1

There are some tips to help you prepare for donating blood: ● Drink an extra a half a litre of water before your appointment. ● Eat a healthy meal that’s low in fat. ● Wear a short-sleeved shirt or a shirt with sleeves that are easy to roll up. 2

Before the donation You must register to donate blood ❖ provide identification and your medical history ❖ have a quick physical check-ups You’ll also be given some information about blood donation to read. 1

When you’re ready, your blood donation process will begin. ❖ You’ll be seated in a reclining chair. You can donate blood either sitting or lying down. 2

❖ A small area of your arm will be cleaned. A sterile needle will then be inserted. 1 ❖ You’ll remain seated or lying down while almost half a litre of your blood is drawn. This takes 8 to 10 minutes. 2 ❖ When your blood has been collected, a staff member will remove the needle and put a dressing on your arm 1

When your donation is complete, you’ll be given a snack (in Poland chocolate) and a drink and be able to sit and rest for 10 or 15 minutes before you leave. 2 If you feel faint or dizzy, you’ll be able to lie down until you feel better. 1

Myths And Facts About Blood Donation Donating a unit of blood doesn’t harm your body because your body produces 2 million red blood cells every second. Blood donation doesn’t mean risking your life but it is your contribution towards saving lives. 1

Every three seconds, someone needs a blood transfusion ! WHO NEEDS YOUR BLOOD? ★ ★ children (20% of recipients ) cancer patients accident victims patients having surgery Those who survive face further problems in the hospitals because of blood loss and low reserves of blood in blood banks. 2

A small needle prick and a little of your time could transform you into a superhero. By donating blood you’ll be saving up to three human lives each time you donate! Isn’t it shocking that about 60% of the population is able to donate blood, but less than 4% do ! There are various myths that stop men and women from donating blood 1

Myth 1: Blood donation is a painful process. Fact: Blood donation is not at all painful. It only involves a needle prick and temporary discomfort. Myth 2: Blood donation causes blood deficiency Fact: Blood donation doesn’t cause blood deficiency. The blood volume will be the same within 48 hours. If the person has good eating habits they can donate blood four times a year.

Myth 3: People with diabetes can’t donate blood Fact: People with diabetes can donate blood as long as their sugar level is right. Myth 4: Blood donation leads to obesity Fact: People who eat more and avoid exercise after donating blood may gain weight. Blood donation directly doesn’t result in weight gain.

Myth 5: There is risk of getting exposed to dangerous infections like HIV Fact: A person will not face the risk of getting exposed to infections like HIV until they make sure that the needle used are sterilized or new.

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