mjmooney Posted January 14, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 OK, simple poll and thread. I'm not interested in debating the religious ideas, have that argument elsewhere. And if you have a medical reason why you can't give, fair enough. But the point of this thread is simply to try and get some blood donor virgins to go and give blood. Make it your new year's resolution. Go on, do it. And then come on here and tell us how good you feel about yourself. We will praise you, guaranteed. Come on VTers, man up. If you were in trouble you'd be glad to receive some, so no excuses. Go. National Blood Service Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YLN Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 I went to give blood for the first time a month or so ago. I commandeered to friends to go and give blood with me. Their first times aswell. One of them passed out. I can't give blood til March cos I was in Cuba in November. The other guy was fine though. Gave blood no problem. So I have donated blood. Not mine though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa89 Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 I have never given blood but always meant to do it. I should really get off my arse and find a blood donation centre. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindie Posted January 14, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 My dad gave blood for years, he got very close to get getting the top donor badge that they did/do. But getting cancer meant he had to stop. He was actually a bit pissed off to be honest. I'll give blood myself in future. I've given blood samples before and that wasnt bad at all, and I've never been bothered with needles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted January 14, 2011 Author VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 No time like the present, lads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyh29 Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 sounds daft but I found it always affected my sports performance for a week or so after I gave blood .. anyone else notice that ? of course i have no such excuse now I'm a sloth but the last time i gave blood I fainted just after i walked out the door ( proper one not the Gillian Mckeith fake one) so i guess that has put me off but I ought to start going again , I've got the good blood that they like (O Rh D negative) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted January 14, 2011 Author VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 Replenish afterwards with Guinness is my recommendation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted January 14, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 Done it a few times. A good deed. Didn't feel any discomforts afterwards either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Used to be a regular but have got out of the habit, so must restart. Although apparently vinegar and wallpaper paste is just as effective according to the JWs (oops, sorry). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogso Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 I never have, but have been encouraged to do so recently. I have no idea what my blood type is though, I presume they'd tell me? I have no issue with needles, but ever since nearly taking the end of my finger off with a stanley knife about 5 years ago (proper squirty blood effort) I go a bit queezy with blood related stuff. I used think the blood n guts on Casualty was great, but I can't watch it now :oops: Would still give it a go though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morkery Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 I lost over two litres of blood in an accident, so I'm more than happy to do my bit - actually going next wednesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theunderstudy Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 I've given my blood for testing, rather than for transfusions, although I really am planning to do so. Bear in mind I've not long been an adult. I also plan to have my organs ready for donation (when I die!) As I believe all those with organ failure deserve a second chance as with blood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted January 14, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 Been giving prett much as often as I can since I was about 17. Didn't give for the 3 years I was at Uni, but I rarely miss a session. On my bronze award, think i've donated 15 or 16 times. not bad for a 25 year old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted January 14, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 I'm also on the bone marrow donor list, but am yet to be called upon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shillzz Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Donated 7 times, which is about enough to top myself back up if i ever needed a transfusion. Dont like it tbh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa89 Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 I'm also on the bone marrow donor list, but am yet to be called upon. One of my mates is on that list too. What's involved if you do get called? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindie Posted January 14, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 I wouldn't put myself down for the bone marrow one. Supposed to be one of the most painful medical procedures around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted January 14, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 I think there's two ways to do it, a big needle to the hip, which is the painul one, or a new one which isn't so bad. I'm sure it'll be painful, but if it saves someone's life I think I can endure it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisp65 Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 given blood in the past but sort of slipped out of the habit due to office relocation I've got a donor card (not a kebab loyalty thing) on me at all times and nearest and dearest are fully aware that once I'm gone they can frankly use the body for whatever they fancy, let the nvq student surgeons have a practise at cutting and sewing, whatever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Designer1 Posted January 14, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted January 14, 2011 I think there's two ways to do it, a big needle to the hip, which is the painul one, or a new one which isn't so bad. I'm sure it'll be painful, but if it saves someone's life I think I can endure it. Big respect to the man who isn't called Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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