Every day there is someone who is going to need a blood transfusion. It only takes one person to save their life by donating blood. One person has the power to save up to three lives every time they donate their blood and therefore should donate blood at least once in their lifetime. It only takes one person donating blood to start a chain reaction that would encourage others to do the same.
Each year the University of Nebraska at Kearney host The American Red Cross and has blood drives throughout the academic year. Each time a daily goal is set and every time it is surpassed by all the students and faculty that took time out of their lives to donate blood.
Each year Blood Wars is held which is completion between all the dorms and Greek housing on campus to see which can donate the most blood. This is a fun way of encouraging students to donate blood and help those in need at the same time.
If the donation level is at 100 percent nationwide, then there will only be a week’s supply of blood. When there is a shortage of donors there would be the possibility of having a shortage of blood. A blood bank is similar to that of an ordinary bank. If you don’t regularly deposit money into the account then there won’t be any in times of crisis when you need it most.
Donating blood is extremely important in saving lives due to the high demand. Each year there are an estimated 5 million people in the United States that are going to need a blood transfusion. A person is allowed to donate blood every 56 days that totals out to six times a year. It is a very serious situation and is imperative that people continue to donate and encourage their friends and family to donate as well so that we are able to keep the blood banks full in case of emergencies.
Donating blood is easy and only takes about thirty minutes of your day. You sign in, take a number and wait to be called back. You will then go over your health history with a nurse who will ask you a series of questions. Next you will have your blood tested for its iron level and if high enough you will proceed and begin the donation process. This process only last about 5-10 minutes depending on how fast you donate. Refreshments are provided after you donate to ensure that you are getting enough sugars in your body. It is important that you rest for at least 10-15 minutes to ensure that you fell well and have your strength.
So please, take half an hour out of your busy day to help someone in need of a blood transfusion. You will have pride and respect for yourself knowing that you helped save three peoples’ lives.





Sources cited
http://www3.givebloodgivelife.org/donors/expectations/
http://www3.givebloodgivelife.org/donors/importance/
http://mcluhan.unk.edu/antelope/pages/posts/health-science-club70.php