The idea of donating one of your organs can be a scary thought. But when you are armed with the right information regarding the risks and benefits of being a living organ donor you can make an informed decision.
There are four main blood types and some are more common than others. But what is the rarest blood type in the world? Let’s find out!
Blood tests are an essential component of a well-rounded physical health regimen. But the information from your blood test is only as valuable as your understanding of the results. Follow our complete guide to understanding your bloodwork results.
We are here to teach you everything you need to know about fasting for a blood test. What you can and cannot eat, how long you need to fast, and so much more. We promise your doctor isn’t trying to make you hungry or irritable by scheduling a fasting blood test. He or she wants to get the most accurate results and give you the very best care possible.
Giving blood likely won’t give you the hero spotlight in the local news, but it’s a relatively painless procedure and a safe way to give life. However, there are still some important things to consider before making the decision to be a blood donor.
We look into all the important reasons every person should consider organ donation.
Why should you consider donating blood? Yours may be a very personal answer to that question, however, when you consider that a single unit of donated blood (once the components are separated) can save up to 3 lives…you can understand the importance of blood donation. Sadly, only 10-percent of the world’s population who can give […]
Unfortunately, there are many myths about the organ donation process. The result is that many people go to their graves without registering as organ donors. So let’s debunk these common myths to help you get informed!
The very small amount of the adult stem cells in the umbilical cord can be frozen, stored, and donated directly to a patient or to help improve the treatment of numerous genetic disorders and blood diseases. Here are some vital facts and tips on why and how to save your newborn’s cord blood.