I'm too busy. You have just taken an important step by deciding to give the precious gift of life. Your pint of blood may save an accident victim, help a premature baby or be used to help in the fight against cancer. In a life-threatening situation such as emergency surgery, a patient may use dozens of units of blood. There is no substitute for blood.
People are the only source.
I don't think I'm eligible. Our professionally trained blood bank staff will evaluate eligibility through your medical history and mini-physical at each donation. Giving blood is not painful. You may feel a pinch in the beginning lasting only a couple of seconds. Yes, it is recommended that you have eaten within several hours prior to donating.