Did you know that every time you give blood you help save the lives of 4 to 5 people? Blood is used in trauma cases, surgeries, bone marrow transplants and severe burns. For each hospital approximately 350 units of blood are used every day. 50 percent of the population is eligible to donate blood, yet […]
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Blood donors
July 2nd, 2008 · No Comments · Health
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Anemia
June 26th, 2008 · No Comments · General, Health
Most people think anemia means you don’t have enough iron in your body. This isn’t really true. What it means is that your body isn’t absorbing the iron properly. A lack of folic acid or Vitamin B 12 prevents your body from making enough red blood cells which leads to having anemia. Sickle cell anemia […]
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Your Doctor Visit- go prepared
June 25th, 2008 · No Comments · Health
It’s time for the doctor visit. Here’s what you should do before you go. Be honest if you haven’t taken all the medication prescribed or if you forgot to go for a test. If you can’t afford to purchase your medication, let your doctor know so a generic version can be a better choice. Bring […]
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