Blood Donation Pro Tips
Essential guidelines to make your blood donation experience safe, comfortable, and impactful
Before Donation
4 expert tips to help you through before donation
Eat Iron-Rich Foods
Consume foods high in iron like red meat, spinach, lentils, and beans 2-3 days before donation.
Stay Hydrated
Drink 8-10 glasses of water the day before and morning of donation. Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
Get Good Sleep
Ensure 7-8 hours of quality sleep the night before donation to help your body prepare.
Have a Healthy Meal
Eat a substantial, low-fat meal 2-3 hours before donating. Avoid fatty foods.
During Donation
3 expert tips to help you through during donation
Relax and Breathe
Take deep breaths and stay calm. Tension can make donation uncomfortable.
Communicate with Staff
Tell medical staff if you feel dizzy, nauseous, or uncomfortable at any point.
Stay Still
Keep your arm still and avoid sudden movements during the donation process.
After Donation
5 expert tips to help you through after donation
Rest for 10-15 Minutes
Stay seated and have refreshments provided before leaving the donation center.
Apply Pressure if Needed
If bleeding occurs, raise your arm and apply firm pressure for 5-10 minutes.
Increase Fluid Intake
Drink extra fluids (water, juice) for the next 24-48 hours to replenish blood volume.
Avoid Strenuous Activity
Skip heavy lifting and intense exercise for 24 hours after donation.
Keep Bandage On
Leave the bandage on for at least 4-5 hours to prevent bruising.
Health Benefits
4 expert tips to help you through health benefits
Reduces Heart Disease Risk
Regular donation helps maintain healthy iron levels, reducing cardiovascular risks.
Free Health Screening
Get complimentary blood pressure, hemoglobin, and infectious disease screening.
Stimulates Blood Cell Production
Your body replenishes donated blood, creating fresh, healthy red blood cells.
Calorie Burning
Donating blood burns approximately 650 calories as your body works to replenish.
Eligibility Guidelines
4 expert tips to help you through eligibility guidelines
Age Requirement
Must be between 18-65 years old and in good health condition.
Weight Requirement
Minimum weight of 50kg (110 lbs) required for safe donation.
Wait 3 Months Between Donations
Allow your body sufficient time to fully replenish blood components.
Avoid if Recently Ill
Wait 2 weeks after recovering from cold/flu before donating blood.
Ready to Save Lives?
Now that you're equipped with pro tips, find nearby blood donors or register yourself as a donor!