Donating blood isn't just life-saving, it is good for your heart too

17-Jun-2025

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"Donating blood saves lives" - is not just a motto blood banks use on World Blood Donor Day, it's also a step toward a healthier India.

A Lancet report revealed that India faces the world’s largest blood shortage, with a national shortfall of over 41 million units. The demand for blood outpaces supply by more than 400%.

On average, a unit of blood is needed every two seconds across the country. While 14.6 million units are required annually, there's still a persistent shortage of 1 million units.

Experts say blood donation doesn't just benefit the person who needs it but can also offers significant health perks to the donor.