Tag Archives: blood
Health Benefits of Donating Blood
There are a myriad of benefits to donating blood regularly. In addition to helping save lives, getting paid time off from work and enjoying free juice and snacks after donating, there are physical benefits to being a regular donor. If …
Do's and don'ts for a patient with angina
Thousands of Sri Lankans have some form of heart and blood vessel disorder including angina pectoris. If you are suffering from angina the first step you should take is to see your family doctor who will know how to treat …
Walking Tips for Seniors
Walking may be the best fitness activity for many seniors given the relatively low physical risks and the enormous long-term health benefits. These ‘Walking Tips for Seniors’ are designed to reduce the risk of often preventable foot and ankle injuries …
How much blood is in our body?
About 5.6 liters of blood. Interesting notes: Your blood travels nearly 12,000 miles in one day. Your heart beats around 35 million times per year. The heart pumps a million barrels of blood in an average lifetime
Fainting
Usually a person faints when there is less blood pressure going into ones brain. So the first thing one should to do is when a person is feeling faintish they should put their head right down. If the person has …
