When did you last give blood?

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Velociraptor Oct 2019 10:33pm, 24 Oct 2019 43,618 posts	0 Velociraptor One 200mg tablet of ferrous sulfate daily should be sufficient to improve your haemoglobin provided you're not losing blood or destroying your blood cells, Fizz:-). Sometimes higher doses are used if we're treating anaemia but even one tablet daily gives you much more iron than you'll get from even a good mixed diet. Pharmacists know loads about medication
Fizz :-) Oct 2019 11:04pm, 24 Oct 2019 3,272 posts	0 Fizz :-) Thanks V’rap, one a day it is. They told me it was three strikes in a row and you’re permanently out, so I don’t want to even risk two strikes.
154 Rob Oct 2019 1:58pm, 26 Oct 2019 2,074 posts	0 154 Rob Gave a few weeks ago and recently got a text saying it was used at Leeds General Infirmary. Today collected a parcel - turned out to be an A4 cardboard envelope containing a certificate and badge for 25 donations - personally I like the texts but think the certificate and badge are a waste of money, materials etc.
154 Rob Oct 2019 1:59pm, 26 Oct 2019 2,075 posts	0 154 Rob Black coffee and bourbons for refreshments if possible!
Peregrinator Oct 2019 2:37pm, 26 Oct 2019 273 posts	0 Peregrinator I've had the badges and certificates given during the session, which I quite valued. Wouldn't have voted for texts, but the speedy turn-around does suggest they need the stuff.
LindsD Oct 2019 2:44pm, 26 Oct 2019 30,304 posts	0 LindsD I guess an option to opt out of the rewards would be good. I have to say I treasure my awards and certificates.
Mandymoo Oct 2019 6:31pm, 26 Oct 2019 9,023 posts	0 Mandymoo I love the text messages.
Maclennane Oct 2019 12:15pm, 28 Oct 2019 21,491 posts	0 Maclennane Off for No.21 in a minute!
Maclennane Oct 2019 4:04pm, 28 Oct 2019 21,493 posts	0 Maclennane The appointment system is pretty good in Andover now, you get bled pretty much exactly on time. No tucs though
LindsD Oct 2019 4:41pm, 28 Oct 2019 30,366 posts	0 LindsD Well done. Boo to the lack of TUCs, though.