This time the digital desk: Blood donation Give life. We are all familiar with the word. However, the awareness about the need for Blood Donors Day, the mentality of extending a helping hand has not yet developed in us.

This day has been celebrated on the 14th of June since 2004 for all blood donors. Although many people die every day due to lack of blood in the world, many healthy people have not been able to overcome the misconception and hesitation about blood donation. Every year on this day (World Blood Donors Day) to raise awareness about blood donation. World Blood Donor Day Celebrated all over the world. This year the World Health Organization (WHO) has a special message to raise awareness about the need for blood donation – Give Blood, and Keep the World Beating.

Things to keep in mind before donating blood
* Before you go to donate blood, check if you have a fever or a cold or a cough.
* Make sure no antibiotics or insulin treatments work.
* Do not donate blood if you have heart problems, hypertension, diabetes, any symptoms of cancer, kidney disease, or any other chronic disease.
* If there is any surgery within 6 months, it is better not to give blood.
* No vaccination can be given within 24 hours.
* It is better not to give blood during pregnancy.
* If you have lost consciousness after giving blood before, it is better not to give blood now.
* Do not donate blood if you are taking any drug regularly.
* Do not donate blood while taking any medicine for blood.
* Alcohol should not be consumed in the last 48 hours.

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Things to keep in mind after donating blood
* Drink 4 glasses of water in next 24 hours.
* Leave the strip bandage on for at least a few hours after blood donation.
* To prevent skin rash, after opening the bandage, clean it thoroughly with soapy water.
* It is better not to lift anything heavy or exercise on that day.
* If bleeding occurs from the site of the needle, press the wound straight and keep your hands up for 5-10 minutes.
Until the bleeding stops.
* If you feel dizzy or have any physical discomfort after donating blood, sit or lie down for a while. Until you feel healthy.