Periodicals > The Bulletin > Vol. 65, No. 2
| Name: | Unexpected Health Benefits of Donating Blood |
| Authors: | Ruge, Bridgette |
| Indexed Date: | 12 Oct. 2024 |
| Index Status: | Complete |
| Original Language: | English |
| Genre: | Non-Fiction |
| Citation: | Ruge, Bridgette. “Unexpected Health Benefits of Donating Blood.” The Bulletin, Vol. 65, No. 2, Feb. 2016, p. 26, https://www.aanr.com/member-benefits |
Summary
Donating blood provides a free mini-physical and blood analysis, offering insight into your health while also reducing the risk of heart attack by regulating iron levels and making blood flow easier. Additionally, regular blood donation reduces the risk of cancer and burns approximately 650 calories per pint of blood donated.