Janani
Organization for Rural and Urban Development
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I Donate Blood
Janani organizes blood donation camps through out Andhra Pradesh. Please register your name as a Blood Donor. Janani contacts you as and when a blood donation camp near to your place is organised.
Yes, I want to donate blood and save the lives. I feel proud to be a blood donor.
I want to register my name.
Janani
Programmes
Education
Donating text books, note books, slates and other educational material
to poor and
needy students
Health
Organizing health camps, blood donation camps and supplying medicines
free of cost
Agriculture
Organizing seminars, workshops and interaction meets with agricultural
scientists so that the farmers can get the benefits of Science and
Technology
Employment
Helping rural and urban youth in getting employment opportunities
through linkages with governmental and non governmental organizations
Women
In association with SHGs,Mahila Mandals and other fora Janani takes up
all activities to empower
women
More about Blood Donation
Who can give blood?
Anyone between the ages of 17 and 60 who are fit and healthy. Regular donors can keep on giving blood right up until the age of 70.
Will I be asked hundreds of questions before I give blood?
Yes, we will be asking you a number of questions, but don't worry - we promise to get through it all as quickly as possible. And there is a good reason for it. Our primary concern is that giving blood won't affect your health in any way. We also have to make sure that your blood is safe for patients. We just need to find out whether or not you can give blood. Things like medical conditions, even colds, can all affect your suitability, although usually it's just temporary. We do need your co-operation in answering these questions. And of course all your details will be treated in the strictest confidence.
What if I need to take medication?
Do tell us if you're on any kind of medication. Medicines, pills, injections, anything. Some of these may affect your blood and mean we can't take your donation for now.
How often can I give blood?
3 times a year, which comes to roughly every 16 weeks.
How much blood will I lose?
Only about 470 ml. Bodies are amazing things, and yours will replace that lost fluid in a very short period of time.
How will giving blood affect my health?
If you're fit and healthy, you shouldn't experience any problems whatsoever.
What if I develop an infection after I donate?
If you become unwell within two weeks of your donation, or if you believe there's any reason why your blood shouldn't be transfused to a patient, please let us know.
What if I feel faint when I get home?
You need to take it easy for a few hours after giving blood, so give that aerobics class a miss. But if you do feel faint or dizzy, sit down immediately and put your head between your knees. Ideally, let someone else know if you're feeling a bit faint. If faintness persists after your donation, don't hesitate to call your doctor.
What can I do before and after giving blood?
Drink loads of liquid before and after you donate - and not the alcoholic variety please. Eat your regular meals too, and do let us know if you've skipped a meal on the day.
Can I smoke after giving blood?
Probably best that you don't for about two hours after donating, as it might make you feel dizzy or faint.
Can I go back to work on the same day?
Yes. However, and it's unwise to give blood just before undertaking a hazardous hobby or job, such as driving a crane or driving in the emergency services.
Where does your blood go?
Your blood will be taken to Government recognized blood banks. There the blood will undergo some rigorous tests to make sure it's clear of things like HIV, hepatitis B and C, and syphilis. Your blood group also will be figured out. Once that's been determined, the tricky scientific stuff - separating the various components, like red cells, plasma and platelets will take place. These produce the various products needed. Once the blood has been sorted into its different types, and all the tests are clear, it's then distributed to hospitals to meet their predicted demand. There your blood is used on whoever needs it most.
Taking tranquillisers prevent me from giving blood?
The session medical staff will need to see what medication you are on, so bring it with you. The nurse or doctor may have a quick chat with you about your medication and any underlying condition, but in the vast majority of cases tranquillisers do not stop you from giving blood.
I suffer from varicose veins. As blood is carried around my body through my veins am I able to give blood?
Providing you are otherwise fit and healthy you are still able to be a blood donor and donating will do you no harm. However, if you are awaiting surgery or have recently had surgery this may temporarily exclude you.
I have started taking 75mg of aspirin a day to thin my blood and help prevent heart attacks. Will this affect my ability to donate blood?
You can donate blood but, because aspirin may affect platelet function, your donation will not be used for preparing platelets. That is why it is always important to let us know if you are taking any over the counter medication regularly.
I am a vegetarian, can I give blood?
There is no problem with vegetarians giving blood. The red blood cells, which require iron from the stores in your body, will need to be replaced after the donation, provided you eat a well-balanced diet you should be able to replenish your iron supply within a month. However, this may take longer because you are a vegetarian.