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It's safe to donate blood — and it's more important now than ever before.
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Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative
- Is It Safe?
- Can You Donate After Vaccination?
- Does It Weaken Immunity?
- What to Know Beforehand
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, LIVESTRONG.com is raising awareness about the urgent need for people to donate blood with our Give Blood, Give Back series.
Use our interactive map or visit RedCrossBlood.org, AmericasBlood.org or AABB.org to find a drive or donation site near you.
If you have a fever, cough, difficulty breathing, headache or GI upset like vomiting or diarrhea, stay home and reschedule your appointment.
Follow our step-by-step guide to donating blood for a safe appointment.
