Blood Donor Sessions
The
villages of the Dengie
100 have a long history of supporting the National Blood Service by
attending the visiting Blood donor Sessions.
Most people will have a friend or
relative who has been given blood as part of medical care in hospital.
In many of these cases the condition
may well have been life threatening without the blood transfusion.
Where can I donate my blood?
Planned sessions to be held in the
area are listed below
Burnham on Crouch CM0 8DR
Wednesday, 19 September 2012 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30
Wednesday, 07 November 2012 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30.
Wednesday, 19 December 2012 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30
Wednesday, 16 January 2013 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30
Wednesday, 27 February 2013 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30.
Wednesday, 24 April 2013 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30
Wednesday, 08 May 2013 14:30 to 16:00
and 17:00 to 19:30
Wednesday, 19 June 2013 14:30 to 16:00
and 17:00 to 19:30.
Wednesday, 14 August 2013 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30
Wednesday, 04 September 2013 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30
Wednesday, 09 October 2013 14:30 to
16:00 and 17:00 to 19:30.
The blood in your body
Some blood groups are more common
among some ethnic communities, so donations from people of all
backgrounds are needed.
What is donated blood used for?
Hospitals and doctors need donated
blood to treat a lot of different illnesses, and it's also used in most
surgical operations.
On most days, there is less than a
week's supply of blood in the UK's blood banks.
How do I give blood?
It's simple, just find your nearest
venue and a nurse will guide you through the session.
A tiny drop of blood will be taken
from your fingertip. This allows a check on your haemoglobin levels - to
ensure that giving blood won't make you anaemic.
It's time to take your blood. There's
nothing to worry about, most people hardly feel a thing.
Normally about 470ml is taken - just
under a pint - which is quickly replaced by your body.
Once you've given blood, you will have
a short rest before going to the refreshment area for a drink and
biscuits.
Giving blood shouldn't take more than
an hour.
When can I give blood?
You can start giving blood when you
are 17.
As long as you generally fit and
healthy and weigh over 50kg (7st 12lbs) you should be able to give
blood.
What can I do before and after giving
blood?
Before and after giving blood you
should drink a lot of liquid and eat normally.
How often can I give blood?
You can donate blood every 16 weeks
(about every four months).
I have a busy life will I have to
Queue to give blood?
By contacting the Blood Service on
0300 123 33 33 or visiting their website
www.blood.co.uk it is possible to
book an appointment.
By making your appointment you will
normally be dealt with on time.
People who arrive without appointments
are seen as soon as possible and occasionally there may be a short
waiting period if the centre is busy.
You can visit the website of the
National Blood service by clicking the below link.
This will provide more information and
allow you to check the dates of future blood donor sessions and to make
an appointment if you wish.
