I took my youngest son 13, to the ER to check for broken ribs (hockey parent here - just bruised) I'm a father of five and have had plenty of experience in the ER. I have never seen it so busy. Waiting room was filled with young people. One mother and 20 something son were checking in. He had apparently just had a previous blood clot and was now experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath with elevated heart rate. Hours later we were called in. I was expecting to be asked if my son was Vaccinated but instead was asked if we would ever approve blood transfusions! Was this a trick question? I said "Not now. Not since blood is taken from the Vaccinated." Anyone have similar experiences? This has to stop!
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Questions for my frens here. I have been donating blood on and off for many years, but since the beginning of this year I have donated every two months without having to wear a mask.
Last month when I went in to donate, I was in the facility for 20 minutes without a mask, checking in, filling out the questionnaire, getting my blood pressure taken, etc. As the worker there was going to poke the finger, she asked if I had a mask. I stated "no" and was told according to OSHA regulations I needed to wear a mask in order to donate.
I told her I would not wear a mask to donate and I left the center. When I got home I sent an email to our local blood center and told them I would not be donating until the removed the mask mandate. Since then I have received several emails reminding me I am eligible to donate and/or they are in desperate need for my blood type. I respond to each stating why I will not donate.
So finally: would you still donate even if you had to wear a mask? I am starting to feel a little guilty and could wear a mask for the 1/2 hour it takes to get through the process. Thoughts?
Keep fighting. NEVER give in because this is even more important than giving blood.