Joon Lee / Edge columnist
On May 25, 16 students made the decision to save someone’s life as they donated blood at an event hosted by Canadian Blood Services.
“Donating blood is a wonderful thing. People who donated blood can feel proud and proud that they did a good deed, and donated blood can save lives, which has a positive impact on society as well,” said Minjun Kim, grade 9.
The conditions for donating blood at this event are that students must be over 17 years old and not over 23 years old. A student’s weight must also exceed a specified weight by height ratio, and this is also applied only when a person is in good health. Not only should there be no history of travelling abroad to a dangerous country within a year, but there are also numerous conditions. Only after all conditions are met, can blood be donated.
“I thought it would be a good chance to do some good especially because I have a blood type that is in demand,” said Peter Jung, grade 12. “Just do it! It’s a great opportunity to help others.”
To donate blood need a lot of courage. Someone is afraid to draw their blood, and others feel that donating blood is not important. Therefore, donating blood is an honour and should be respected.
“Donating blood makes become a hero to some people. It is a chance to be a person who can draw some other people’s future with blood donation.” said Jun Sohn, grade 11 “I also hope that one day I can save the lives of others through blood donation.”
Canadian Blood Services said, “A big thank you goes to our 16 brave students who generously rolled up their sleeves to make a difference in the community.”
To save the lives of others through blood donations, visit blood.ca to find out where your nearest blood donation location is.