1. There are plenty of blood donors out there.

If this is only true then we won’t be hearing about blood letting campaigns of both private and public organizations. For the fact that more than half of the population of the Philippines can donate blood. But in contrary almost 10% of this are only are qualified to donate. As we all know that many people are suffering from diseases and other factors that hinders them to be a qualified blood donor.

2. It hurts.

Yes it is but it does a little. As some of the sign says ‘Parang kagat lang nang langgam!’. But the it is funny to tell that it hurts more than that its like an ear piercing but only done briefly. What hurts more is looking at someone you care about needing a blood but its not there.

3. Maybe next time.

It only takes 30 to 45 minutes when donating a blood. The longer process here is to determine whether you are a qualified blood donor or not. But come to think of it accidents may happened unexpectedly. So it is an advantage that you already have a blood card for you to secure blood any moment you need it.

4. They ask embarrassing questions.

Maybe you are referring to questions which are very personal. This people deals with this matter professionally and have no any other intentions but to ensure a safe blood supply for our patients and a safe donation experience for our donors

5. I might be infected with other disease during the process.

Only trained professionals such as doctors and nurses facilitates this activity. Every piece of equipment are sterilized to ensure the safety of the donors and to prevent any untoward things that may happen.

6. I am taking medicines, so I can’t donate.

Maybe you’re right. Maybe you’re not. Just ask the right person about this.

7. I’m too old or too young.

There is no longer an upper age limit for donation. As long as you are healthy and weighs at least 50 kilos or 110 pounds, you can donate a blood. If you’re under 17. But once you turn 17, if you’re healthy and weighs at least 50 kilos or 110 pounds, you can be a hero. Hero because when you donate blood you save lives.

Written by Ryan T. Prader (angat ang pinoy)