In the United States alone, a blood donation is needed every 2 seconds; or 41,000 blood donations needed every day (Blood Facts). The first successful blood transfusion was performed in 1667 on a boy who was given sheep's blood. The boy survived. This alone paved the way for modern blood transfusions. The first human-to-human donations took place in the early 1800s and failed due to lack of knowledge about blood types. Then, in the 1900s, blood types were discovered and from there, blood banks were developed and research was carried out to advance the amazing transfusion system we have today (History) . With all the progress we have made over this vast period of time, the truth is that even with evolution, only 10 percent of the 36 percent of people who have the ability to donate blood actually do so (Blood Facts) . There are many unreasonable explanations for why people do not donate blood, including their own unnecessary fears, the excuse that donating is superfluous, the dangers and risks of transfusion, and the idea that it is bad for health in general. These false testimonies prevent people from saving lives. Every healthy and capable person should save lives and donate blood to better help someone who desperately needs it. Many people think that donating blood is wrong for reasons such as the wrongdoing of nurses and professionals. A lot of people worry that too much blood will be drawn, that the person drawing the blood might hurt you and miss a vein, and in general they are afraid of what might happen to them during the donation process. Phlebotomist nurses undergo numerous tests, understand and perform their work to the best of their abilities. This is important... middle of paper ...... you are healthy and able to donate blood, you must do your part and save the lives of people who need transfusions. There are many positive aspects of donating blood. Transfusions are safe and can actually improve your overall health, including your physiological well-being. The professionals follow the standards and requirements to make the process very simple and easy. Additionally, blood is always needed, so nothing is wasted; everything you give will be put to good use. Many people have doubts, but if we look at the facts, there are only good things that come from donating blood. Do the right thing. Make a donation. Save lives. By donating, you not only help save lives, but you will leave with a positive outlook on what you have done to improve the health of others and, moreover, your own. This is your opportunity to change someone's life. Do your part and donate.