You are probably wondering about donating blood in the current context of the Coronavirus epidemic. All the answers and key information to donate blood with confidence.
There are only a few small obligations. It will take present an identity document at the reception of the collection; if you are already a donor, your donor card is sufficient. It is also asking to scrupulously respect the rules of distancing social as well as barrier gestures. To finish, wearing a mask is compulsory. A mask will be provided by the EFS.
But before you go, consider taking the online test to check your donation readiness, returning a pen and your water bottle if possible. Above all, make an appointment to limit the crowds and your waiting https://mon-rdv-dondesang.efs.sante.fr
The next “blood donation” event in Dijon
A collection day is organized in Dijon on Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 June, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., on the Place de la République.
A donation only lasts 8-10 minutes. However, it takes 45 minutes to 1 hour, including the medical interview, the donation itself, a rest period and a snack. Moreover, advice to all gourmets: special snacks are planned for the occasion. Many activities, a good atmosphere and other surprises await you.
Questions / Answers on blood donation and Covid-19
Is the virus present in the blood?
At this stage of knowledge, the virus is only present in the blood in case of severe symptoms of the disease, but no donation is allowed in case of symptoms.
Is there a risk of contracting this infection from a transfusion?
SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for Covid-19, is a respiratory virus. No case of transfusion transmission has been reported since the start of this epidemic.
Can you donate blood if you have tested positive for Covid-19 or had flu-like symptoms?
You must wait 28 days after symptoms start or 14 days after symptoms disappear before you can donate.
Is it possible to donate blood if I come in contact with someone with flu-like symptoms?
No, in the event of close contact with a confirmed or probable case, without adequate protection, you must wait 14 days to donate blood.
Can I donate blood if I am vaccinated against covid-19?
In the vast majority of cases, it is possible to donate blood after an injection of the Covid-19 vaccine, without any postponement period to be observed. It is only in cases of vaccination outside the EU or as part of a vaccine trial that a 28-day deadline must be observed before donating blood.
Have the times between each donation been shortened?
The deadlines remain unchanged for the safety of the donor. You have to wait 8 weeks between 2 blood donations. Find out more …
If you can, donate blood!
Make an appointment online via the EFS website: https://mon-rdv-dondesang.efs.sante.fr
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