jtval 0 #1 May 16, 2007 Go donate blood. (just a friendly reminder.) when was the last time you donated?My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akarunway 1 #2 May 16, 2007 Quote Go donate blood. (just a friendly reminder.) when was the last time you donated? When I hit the ground at 70mphI hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #3 May 16, 2007 Quote Go donate blood. (just a friendly reminder.) when was the last time you donated? They don't want mine...last time I gave, they used it during an operation....some poor guy sat up and jumped off the table, started running around the room...?! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iluvtofly 0 #4 May 16, 2007 I would but they have that stupid rule about tattoos that doesn't make any sense. I mean they test the blood anyway. And any disease that I would happen to get from the tattoo I'm going to still have it a year later so what's the difference? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #5 May 16, 2007 Quote I would but they have that stupid rule about tattoos that doesn't make any sense. I mean they test the blood anyway. And any disease that I would happen to get from the tattoo I'm going to still have it a year later so what's the difference? I suspect that some diseases aren't detectable in the blood for awhile (possibly up to a year), e.g. if they're not testing for a virus, but rather the antibodies to the virus, they have to give your body time to form those. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #6 May 16, 2007 I would, but the one time I did, it knocked me down for a month. It felt like I had something sapping my strength the whole time. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beerlight 0 #7 May 16, 2007 Quote Go donate blood. Quote can't. whilst protecting our EU brethren, they say we might have been exposed to MadCow! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PikzeeVikzen 0 #8 May 16, 2007 Quote I would but they have that stupid rule about tattoos that doesn't make any sense. I mean they test the blood anyway. And any disease that I would happen to get from the tattoo I'm going to still have it a year later so what's the difference? I have the same problem. Although, I was told that the red cross has reduced it from a year to 6 months (like with piercings). I'm the twist that turns your key.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Acensky 0 #9 May 16, 2007 I did last week!! I give everytime they come around. HeatherGarbage bags do not make good parachutes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #10 May 16, 2007 Quote I did last week!! I give everytime they come around. Heather Every time THEY come around or everytime you're Able to?They call me almost weekly. I'd be dried up if I did that.I HATE giving on fridays because I jump on the weekends but blood donation doesn't much affect me. aphresis is something I won't do before I have to exert myself. BTW, Friday is my day to donateMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #11 May 16, 2007 As long as the piercing was done at a clean, reputable shop, and not with a rusty safety pin, there's no waiting period anymore - otherwise I'd never be able to donate. And I believe you're correct about the tattoo waiting period being reduced. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Acensky 0 #12 May 16, 2007 Red Cross come around once a month to my university. HeatherGarbage bags do not make good parachutes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #13 May 16, 2007 That's cool. Im on the bimonthly plan.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
floridadiver81 0 #14 May 16, 2007 i used to donate whenever i was near a place doing it. Not anymore. The last time i went...they ROYALY fucked it up. It felt like my arm as on fire...literally...and i passed out and didnt wake up for like 15 minutes....and i hav NEVER passed out from anything...including tatooes. I dont trust them anymore."Age has absolutely nothing to do with knowledge, learning, respect, attitude, or personality." -yardhippie "Fight the air, and the air will kick your ass!!! "-Specialkaye Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #15 May 16, 2007 so, because one person messed up you don't donate? I can't say I totally blame you but for someone who used to donate whenever they were near a place ti seems you finally found a place not to return to. did you ever find out why you passed out?My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Acensky 0 #16 May 17, 2007 Sometimes they don't like me. They have a hard time finding a vein. Most of the time they take it from my wrist. I like to give blood, I feel like shit right after but the days after I have so much energy. Its crazy! HeatherGarbage bags do not make good parachutes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lilDevil 2 #17 May 17, 2007 Quote Go donate blood. (just a friendly reminder.) when was the last time you donated? I cant ive tried lived in the UK at the wrong time so i must be a mad cow just like all the other POMS on here lol``````````````````````````````````` " Cant keep a good woman down " Angels have wings, but devils can fly ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #18 May 17, 2007 Quote I cant ive tried lived in the UK at the wrong time Ditto. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IanHarrop 42 #19 May 17, 2007 Quote Go donate blood. (just a friendly reminder.) when was the last time you donated? Today for the 184 th time..."Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #20 May 17, 2007 you actually keep track?My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IanHarrop 42 #21 May 17, 2007 Quote you actually keep track? I don't... they do - I have a card, they mark on it everytime."Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking 0 #22 May 17, 2007 Quote Go donate blood. (just a friendly reminder.) when was the last time you donated? two years ago when i gave for my grandma's surgery. They ended up having to use it. that was a nice feeling.I swear you must have footprints on the back of your helmet - chicagoskydiver My God has a bigger dick than your god -George Carlin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elisha 1 #23 May 17, 2007 Last week...and probably again 7 weeks from now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #24 May 17, 2007 THey (almost)always use it. most of the time its on someone youve never met. IAn, I have only gone to the same place a few times. I started giving 7 years ago on a fairly regular basis. I would assume it's been about 35-40 times. that puts 184 in perspective, for me. Congrats.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IanHarrop 42 #25 May 17, 2007 In Canada collection of blood is done by one organization country wide and it is strictly on a volunteer basis. http://www.bloodservices.ca/"Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
