It’s become a popular misconception that on the old Dragnet show, Sgt. Joe Friday’s signature line was always “Just the facts, ma’am.” (He really usually said something like “All we want are the facts, ma’am.”) Well Ira Riklis wants you to know the facts about the need for blood and blood donors. Fact: The demand for blood transfusions is growing faster than donations. Fact: Less than 38% of the U.S. population is eligible to donate blood. Fact: Blood cannot be manufactured — it can only come from generous donors.
Here are some more facts to consider. Fact: Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. Fact: A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 units of blood. Fact: Blood donation is a safe, simple process that takes about an hour from start to finish. Fact: By donating blood, you’re helping to save lives. Fact: Ira Riklis makes it a point to donate blood several times each year. Fact: He urges you to consider doing the same.