Your Voice: Giving the gift of life, the gift of kindness

Our blood is something which unites us all. Whether you’re an A, B, AB, or O type, you still need blood to run through your veins to carry oxygen and nutrients to all parts of the body. Just like everyone around you, regardless of blood type. If you consider being a blood donor you could save lives, or even several if your blood is separated into its components — red cells, platelets, and plasma — which can be used individually for patients with specific conditions. 

First and foremost, what is blood donation?

Blood donation is a process in which people donate their blood to aid others with their medical issues. Blood is one of our body’s most important fluids, since it aids in the proper functioning of our organs. People might get fatal infections and possibly die if their bodies lose too much blood. As a result, we can see how blood donation is actually life-saving and beneficial to others. And of course, it is also a symbol of humanity that brings people together regardless of caste, creed, religion, or other factors.

A noble cause and a selfless act 

Blood donation, as we all know, offers several advantages. There are a variety of reasons why a person requires blood. It might be a medical condition or an accident, but it is crucial. Our blood donation assists someone who is in need. It improves their health and helps them get out of a difficult position. To put it another way, blood donation helps not just that individual, but also improves the donor’s overall health. As a result of the cell depletion, new cells that refresh our body system are now produced. It also helps to refresh our bodies for greater health. Following that, a single blood donation benefits at least three people. 

The gift of kindness

Consider how a single gift may make a significant difference in the lives of so many individuals. Donating blood makes the job of blood banks easier. It stabilizes their collection, allowing other patients who require blood to receive it more quickly. Because the demand for blood continues to overwhelm the availability in blood banks, we must continue to donate more of it to aid people. Aside from that, blood donation allows us to learn more about our bodies. 

We acquire a proper diagnosis since blood donation requires a pre-donation health examination. It informs us about our iron, hemoglobin, cholesterol, and other blood values. As a result, we can see that blood donation is a critical practice for preserving human lives. It is a fantastic effort that should be supported worldwide.

There is even a national day dedicated to donating blood; taking place every year on June 14, recognized as “World Blood Donor Day.”

Anvesha Khumar is a a ninth-grade student of the American School of Dhahran.

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