Thursday, April 24
Gastrointestinal side effects and pain in the right shoulder continue to be the main sources of discomfort. But all in all, still doing well in the scheme of things.
Several people requested information on donating blood and platelets. You can find everything you need to know atwww.mdanderson.org/bloodbank or by calling (713) 792-7777.
However some quick points:
-For Gail to get credit for someone giving on her behalf (give them Gail's name when filling out the paper work), you have to give at one of the three MDA blood centers; two are in the MD Anderson complex (the Main Hospital and the Mays Clinic) and the third is located at 2555 Holly Hall, 77054. Holly Hall is the best location to donate to avoid the parking issues (you can park at the front door).
-You can only donate blood every 2 months, but platelets can be donated every 2 days
-Donating whole blood takes about 30-45 minutes; platelets can take up to two hours
-You must eat within four hours of donating
-You must have a valid picture ID
-If you are donating platelets only, you must be off all Ibuprofen products, Aspirin, Motrin, Advil, Nuprin, Aleve and herbal products containing Garlique, Ginseng, Gingko or Ginger for 48 hours prior to donation
Thank you in advance if you are able to give. Your donating gives credit to Gail if/when she needs platelets; but as mentioned yesterday it can help many others as well.
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