Raktdaan Regional Training Center Assam

"Already performed the noble act of donating blood? Here are a few things to keep in mind after blood donation -
1. Keep the strip bandage on for the next six hours; to avoid a skin rash, clean the area around the bandage with soap and water.
2. Don’t do any heavy lifting or vigorous exercise for the rest of the day.
3. If the needle site starts to bleed, apply pressure and raise your arm straight up for 5-10 minutes or until bleeding stops.
4. Call the blood bank to report any discomfort.
5. Keep eating iron-rich foods."

"A single pint of blood can save three lives, a single gesture can make families smile.
The blood donated by you can be divided into three primary components - red blood cells, plasma and platelets saving upto three lives.
So let's pledge to donate blood on this 14th June 2018 and transform lives around us.

Below is what happens to your blood from the moment you donate it till it reaches the patient."

"The process of blood donation is simple and consists of 4 steps -
Registration - You fill up the registration form and gives your consent for donation.

Medical Check up - Your Medical History & life style is asked along with check up of temperature, blood pressure, pulse and haemoglobin.

Donation - Phlebotomist draws unit of blood. A new sterile needle is used to draw each unit and the needle is destroyed after it has been used.

Refreshment - Enjoy snacks and drinks juice to replenish fluids."

Not all superheroes wear cape. Many of them donate their blood and help save lives. Be Someone's Super Hero

"In India, out of 10 people, only 9 people get blood.
Donating blood make a big difference in the lives of others. You small act of donating blood can save upto 3 lives!
Join us in the RaaktDaan campaign on 14th June 2018 on the World Blood Donation Day and give hope to the ones in need."

Donating blood is extremely safe. You can make it even safer and easier by making sure you're healthy. Here are some of the physical requirements for blood donation -

To save someones life by giving up something is the greatest sacrifice. But what if this sacrifice is as simple as few minutes of your life and a bottle of blood?

Join us on 14th June,2018 on the World Blood Donation Day and give hope to thousands.