Donating Blood Faster

If you've ever wanted to donate blood, but just can't find time to do it, there's good news for y...  More »

If you've ever wanted to donate blood, but just can't find time to do it, there's good news for you. United Blood Services will now be using a simplified health history interview prior to actual blood donation. The new questionnaire was in development for close to a year, and the result is a slimmed-down version that is almost 30-percent shorter than the previous format. United Blood Services Center Manager, Rich Larcombe, says the shorter questionnaire is something they've been pushing for years... (Rich Larcombe, United Blood Services Center Manager) It's one of those things that, it's been a long time coming. They seemed to keep adding questions and we finally got the go ahead now to start subtracting them, especially if they have no repercussions on the individual donor. To be eligible to donate blood, you must be 17 years of age, at least 110 pounds, and in good health. And if you're interested in donating, you can make an appointment by calling 1-800-863-9079 or visit www.unitedbloodservices.org.  « Less