Tunachokijua
For years, many have believed that people with tattoos cannot donate blood.
However, having a tattoo does not automatically disqualify someone from donating blood. According to the American Red Cross, people with tattoos may donate blood if the tattoo was applied in a state-regulated facility using sterile, single use needles and ink that is not reused.
The restrictions are mainly intended to reduce the risk of transmitting blood borne infections, particularly hepatitis B and hepatitis C.
CLAIM
For years, many have believed that people with tattoos cannot donate blood because tattoos make their blood unsafe for transfusion.
FACT CHECK
The belief is a myth and is false.
According to the American Red Cross, a person with...