After your donation is done, take 10-15 minutes to relax, re-hydrate, and eat the provided snacks.
Here are a few other post-donation tips:
- Avoid smoking for 30 minutes after giving blood.
- Eat regular meals following your donation.
- Avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting for about 4 hours after your donation. If your arm is bruised or tender, apply an ice pack for 10-20 minutes.
- Double your fluid intake and refrain from drinking alcohol for the rest of the day.
- If for any reason you feel your donation should not be used for transfusion, contact the