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When did you last give blood?

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AndyJ57 Dec 2024 10:04pm, 23 Dec 2024 2,343 posts	Quote Pin AndyJ57 I had a fail last time but was successful today, I’m pleased to say. I think the low count last time was caused by a run that same day, so I had two days off and some extra iron tablets in the run up. No evidence to prove that made the difference but it’s a routine I’ll try again next time.
Merry Christmas and Happy NewG(rrr) Dec 2024 10:22pm, 23 Dec 2024 51,653 posts	Quote Pin Merry Christmas and Happy NewG(rrr) I avoid strenuous exercise immediately before now too Andy, since previous fails. No idea if it helps but I was told your Hb would be lower after a big run. Glad you were clear this time. G
LindsD Dec 2024 10:26pm, 23 Dec 2024 71,805 posts	Quote Pin LindsD Me too
Merrymoo Dec 2024 7:50am, 24 Dec 2024 20,480 posts	Quote Pin Merrymoo I am currently unable to donate until I know what is going on with my health 😞
Pothunter 3 Jan 12:11am, 3 Jan 2025 9,895 posts	Quote Pin Pothunter My annual thank you to those who are willing to donate. You genuinely are life savers. Those messages you get telling you where your blood has gone don’t tell the whole story - it goes into a real person who, without it, may not actually survive. You are all amazing! Please don’t be down on yourself if you are unable to donate for any reason though. The rules are there for a reason and the health of the donor is just as important as the recipient.
LindsD 3 Jan 6:53am, 3 Jan 2025 71,953 posts	Quote Pin LindsD
Mandymoo 3 Jan 7:43am, 3 Jan 2025 20,564 posts	Quote Pin Mandymoo ❤️
Little Nemo 3 Jan 1:22pm, 3 Jan 2025 16,200 posts	Quote Pin Little Nemo Thank you Pothunter! Lovely words
HappyG(rrr) 3 Jan 2:18pm, 3 Jan 2025 51,698 posts	Quote Pin HappyG(rrr) Yesterday. Number 55? Have I caught up with my age?! Low iron 128 but retested and 156 so that's just rubbish! Then a slightly inexperienced jabber! Rather sore and low flow. But all done. Tunnocks tea cake reward! G
Mandymoo 3 Jan 2:35pm, 3 Jan 2025 20,567 posts	Quote Pin Mandymoo Still currently on the naughty list and not able to donate so appreciated the words Pothunter