Think you can’t be a blood donor? 5 myths busted by a local expert

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Did you know that donating blood is one of the easiest ways to save lives? For many, it can also be one of the scariest, from fears about health risks to confusion over eligibility.

We chatted with Annette Rowland, Regional Director of the American Red Cross, Alabama and Mississippi Region, to debunk five myths about giving blood.

Read on for what we learned and how you can sign up to become a donor.

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