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Demystifying blood donation
… at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283). Myth: I have low iron, so I can never donate blood. Fact: The reasons for low iron can be assessed in consultation with your health care provider, but low iron can usually be replenished by supplementation. Iron is a …
Looking back on 2017: Our top-five most-read stories
… #3 Dr. Chantale Pambrun explains the importance of iron wellness Image Iron is an essential element for producing hemoglobin (the … information our researchers have learned about mitigating iron deficiency in blood donors... #2 International meeting …
Looking back on 2016: A year of research, education and discovery
… the bag” . Image #1 Ferritin findings: investigating iron and impacts on donors by Jenny Ryan Dr. Mindy Goldman, … has been trying to find out the best ways to mitigate iron deficiency in blood donors. Following an initial study … national ferritin study to further understand iron deficiency in Canadian donors and identify possible ways …
Calculating impacts of change
… Blood Jenny Ryan Tales from the engineering side of things Iron is an essential element for producing hemoglobin (the … information our researchers have learned about mitigating iron deficiency in blood donors. When a significant change to … eligibility changes related to hemoglobin levels and iron health, we need to understand in advance the impact it …
Top 5 R.E.D. Blog posts of 2023
… CSTM 2023 in Montreal. Read full story 1. Treating iron deficiency with oral iron supplements: what is the best dosing frequency? … network, conducted a study that will inform treatment of iron deficiency, a possible outcome for frequent blood …
Physician trainee promotes uptake of patient blood management in new publication
… addressing causes of underlying anemia (for instance, iron deficiency), minimizing surgical blood loss, and … anemia before surgery using characters representing iron, vitamin B12, folate and hemoglobin. Given the …
Canadian Blood Services’ ongoing efforts to build a more inclusive blood system for African, Caribbean, and Black communities
… eligibility criteria Minimum hemoglobin requirements (iron levels) 3. Supporting Black patients with sickle cell … Black communities. When people donate blood, their body’s iron levels also decrease. Eventually, low iron levels can lead to low hemoglobin/blood count (anemia). …
How a newborn can be a lifesaver
… intrigued by the whole process. I got the finger prick, my iron level was good, I filled out the paperwork and was ready …
Top 5 R.E.D. Blog posts of 2024
… addressing causes of underlying anemia (for instance, iron deficiency), minimizing surgical blood loss, and …
Donor wellness and safety
… Sudbury, Vaughan and Windsor Donor wellness and iron health: ferritin testing program … …