Medical Experts Address Common Myths and Eligibility for Blood Donation

Blood donation is a safe, monitored procedure that saves lives in emergencies, surgeries, and treatments like cancer. Common myths—such as donation causing weakness, infection risk, or affecting menstruation—are medically unfounded. Eligibility depends on health criteria like minimum weight and hemoglobin levels, not physical fitness. Women can donate during periods if healthy. Donors benefit from health improvements, and intervals between donations ensure recovery. Sterile, single-use equipment minimizes infection risk.