Knowing your blood type is crucial medical information, but unless you've given blood before you might not be sure what yours is. I realized this when I was asked for mine while filling out paperwork ...

Your blood type affects everything, from a predisposition to certain diseases to your heart health. Knowing your blood type is important information that can come in handy during a medical emergency.

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Your blood type isn’t just important for transfusions — it’s actually providing you with built-in protection against certain diseases while potentially making you more vulnerable to others. The same ...

A 2022 study finds blood type A has a higher early stroke risk. Type O shows a lower risk. This link is stronger for individuals under 60. The risk in ...

Type 1 Diabetes is sometimes called juvenile diabetes because it often makes its appearance in childhood or adolescence. While the exact cause is mysterious, we know the disease happens because immune ...

Knowing your blood type is critical during emergency health situations. Knowing your blood type is crucial medical information, but unless you've given blood before you might not be sure what yours is ...