In the winter months, it's common for blood donations to drop due to bad weather and flu illness. That's why January is National Blood Donor Month, a time when eligible donors are urged to consider giving. The average blood donation takes about one hour per session. If you've wondered what happens to your blood after it's been collected, Dr. Justin Kreuter, the director of Mayo Clinic's Blood Donor Program has some answers.
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