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By: Where I went to donate blood, and this time I did. But only a little, unfortunately. | Miscellaneous Mum - Trying to find the objective correlative, everyday

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:00:12 +0000

[...] went to donate blood two years ago and was told not to. This week I went again and I thought this time would be different. Although my balance has been [...]

By: fred

fred — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:54:29 +0000

I went to give blood but they asked “have you ever injected drugs before” and for me the answer is ‘yes, once, long ago, when I was a bit younger and reckless, etc…’ – shame because now I’m grown up with two beautiful daughters so clearly there are no ill effects and I would gladly give blood, but unfortunately they can’t afford to risk any errors due the risk of being sued….

By: cerebralmum

cerebralmum — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 10:18:49 +0000

I have tried several times myself and each time have been turned away, occasionally told to go and see my doctor who then tests my blood and says don’t worry. There’s just that grey area in between which I seem to be in. I’ve pretty much given up trying now.

But when you get through that first pinprick and into the “Brave New World”… I’ve been a little teary then and made feeble protests myself. And “curious stares” is probably putting it mildly!

But everyone is right. The thought does count, and you do need to take care of yourself first.

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By: Patricia - Spiritual Journey Of A Lightworker

Patricia - Spiritual Journey Of A Lightworker — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 05:19:49 +0000

I have only given blood once. It was when there was a shortage of blood in a nearby town because of a tornado that hit the town. I went with a friend who is at least 10-15 years older than me. She was finished in less than 15 minutes and had to wait on me. For some reason, it took an hour for them to draw my blood. I have no clue why but I haven’t wished to repeat the experience again.

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All Women Blogging Carnival | Colloquium — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 08:24:52 +0000

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By: Tip Diva

Tip Diva — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 02:17:00 +0000

As it should be hard, but I echo what others said – thank you for trying. Perhaps you can donate some of your time to encourage others to give blood.

A few years ago, I was diagnosed with cancer. During my treatment, I received 10 blood transfusions (about 20 pints), so I know the importance of donating. Although I am now clear, I can no longer donate since I had the cancer. But I strongly suggest others do, if they can – it’s selfless, painless and you may help someone else’s life. What’s better than that?

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All Women Blogging Carnival | Colloquium — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 23:13:45 +0000

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By: Trish

Trish — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 11:42:51 +0000

I commented at the other post first - it was an inspired gift and now you are encouraging others to consider - well done. Trish's last blog post..Aussie Bloggers Forum and Bigpond Part I

By: Jayne

Jayne — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 10:58:29 +0000

Good on you, it’s the thought that counts
A pub manager I knew used to make all his workers donate blood (unless they were sick) as often as they were allowed. He got the nickname Drac lol

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By: Craig Harper

Craig Harper — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 06:02:20 +0000

Well done Karen! I read last year that just over 500,000 people, or 3.5 per cent of the potential donor population – actually give blood. For some reason we all expect blood to be at the hospital when we need it. What a pity more people don’t follow your lead.