Blood donation is a good way for hemochromatosis patients to get excess iron removed from their blood while also helping someone else in need of blood. In the photo, a Marine donates blood at an Armed Services Blood Program Donation Center at the Pentagon (Photo by Defense Media Activity – Marines).
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Last Updated: January 24, 2023