Blood Donation Drive

Thursday, January 24, 2013 ·

The Pengiran Anak Puteri Hajah Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah Institute Of Health Science University Brunei Darussalam would like to welcome UBD-ians, staffs and lecturers, students as well public to join UBD BLOOD DONATION DRIVE organized by IHS UBD Student Council and Hospital RIPAS Blood Bank on 30th January (Wednesday) at Anatomy Resource Centre from 1400 hours to 1600 hours.Dear potential donors... a short checklist for you to refer to ensure a smooth and successful donation :-) Hope to see you all there!

Criteria for blood donation:
At least 18 years of age
Healthy individual
Feeling well
Free from fever, cold or other illness
Willing donor
At least 50 kg or 110 lbs at time of donation
Answer the questionnaire honestly
Have not donated blood in last 8 weeks

Blood pressure:
Between 100-150/60-100 mmHg

Medication:
You should free from any medicine for 72 hours (3 days)
Supplement such as vitamins are allowed

Before donation:
Have a good night’s sleep
Have a GOOD LUNCH and drink extra water and fluids to replace the volume you will donate
STOP smoking at least 1 hour before and after donating. Longer is better.

During the donation:
Wear clothing with sleeves that can be raised above the elbow
Relax during the donation

After donating:
Eat and drink something before leaving
Re hydrate by drinking plenty of fluids over the next 24 hrs
Avoid strenuous physical activity or heavy lifting for the next 24 hours. Keep dressing on the arm for at least 30 minutes.
If you feel light headed, lie down, preferably with feet elevated, until the feeling passes.

Benefits:
Health education and encouragement of healty lifestyle
Regular health checks, particularly of blood pressure
Studies and clinical research have shown a reduced risk of heart attacks among repeat donors, those who are non-smokers (as excess levels of iron can have damaging effects to heart muscle)
Donating blood help in regeneration of new blood cells and blood gets refreshed
A single unit of blood can be broken down into three component and thus can save three patients
Recognition of the community for your contribution

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