Blood donation and its many benefits

As a human being it is our scared duty to extend helping hands to other people in distress. Blood donation can be an ideal way in this regard. Many of us have a wrong perception that if we donate blood we will be weak and may become sick. We forget that a certified physician will check us and make sure that we are fully fit to donate blood. A normal man can donate blood once every four months and the donor also enjoys many health benefits when he or she donates blood. Before the donor's blood is transferred, it is fully screened so that the donor gets to know if there is any problem with his or her blood. When we donate blood we get rid of excess iron from our body. Blood donation makes our blood flow better. When we donate blood we encourage the relatives and family of the patient to be a regular donor. It is a proven fact that those who tend to help others live longer and have a better life themselves. I hope we all shall come forward and donate blood, as it will create a strong social bond among one another in the community and will make us a better person and a better citizen.
Mohammed Sohel Hara
Bana Shree, Dhaka.
sohelhara@hotmail.com