In the United States alone, a blood donation is needed every 2 seconds; that is, 41,000 blood donations needed every day (Blood Facts). The first successful blood transfusion was performed in 1667 on a boy who had been given sheep's blood, the boy survived. This alone paved the way for modern blood transfusions. The first human-to-human donations were made in the early 1800s and were unsuccessful due to a lack of knowledge about blood types. Then in 1900 blood groups were discovered and from there blood banks were developed and research was conducted to advance the amazing transfusion system we have today (History). With all the progress we have made over this vast span of time, the truth is that despite evolution, only 10% of the 36% of people who have the ability to donate blood actually do so (Blood Facts). There are many unreasonable explanations as to why people do not donate blood, some include their unnecessary fears, the excuse that donating is superfluous, the dangers and risks associated with transfusion, and the thought that it is harmful to overall health. These false reports prevent people from saving lives. Anyone who is healthy and capable should save lives and donate their blood to better help someone in desperate need. Many people believe that donating blood is bad due to illicit behavior on the part of nurses and professionals. A large number of people fear that too much blood will be taken, that the person taking the blood might injure themselves and miss a vein, and are generally afraid of what might happen to them during the donation process. Levy nurses pass many tests, understand and do their job to the best of their ability. It's important... half of the paper... you are healthy and able to donate blood, you should do your part and save lives for people who need transfusions. Donating blood has many positive aspects. Transfusions are safe and can actually help your overall health, including physiological well-being. The professionals follow standards and requirements to make the process very simple and easy. Furthermore, blood is always needed, so nothing goes to waste; whatever you donate will be put to good use. Many people have doubts, but when you look at the facts there is nothing but good things that come from donating blood. Do the right thing. Donate. Saving human lives. By donating, you will not only help save lives, but you will leave a positive vision of what you have done to help the health of others and, moreover, your own. This is the opportunity for you to change someone's life. Do your part and donate.