Blood transfusions are hailed by many as a procedure that is the “gift of life.” The majority of people don’t hesitate to donate blood for a good cause or to take in a blood transfusion at the recommendation of their physician or surgeon. But did you know that, like every medical procedure, there are risks involved? The Creator, Jehovah God, has given man specific mandates against its use. For our safety and well-being these laws were put in place.
This article will explore some commonly held beliefs and investigate some findings and little known facts about the dangers of blood and blood transfusions.
Blood - is it really a “gift of life”?
Blood. To many lay people the word conjures up images of the fluid that runs in our veins carrying nutrients and oxygen to all or our cells, tissues and organs. Many have come to view blood as the all important fluid, in the case of a traumatic event, that potentially can safe the life of a loved one, such as a child or parent. But do the facts really support this view?
Early in the 20th century, scientists deepened man’s understanding of blood. They learned that there are different blood types and that it is vitally important to match a donor’s blood precisely with the recipient’s blood otherwise a severe hemolytic reaction could occur. (A hemolytic reaction is one that is life threatening because red blood cells are destroyed by the immune system).
Scientists are now studying the effects of transfused blood on the immune system. It has been found that when a heart, liver or other organ is transplanted that the immune system of the recipient may sense the foreign tissue and reject it. Blood transfusions are also tissue transplants; logically, the same risks are involved. Even blood that has been properly cross matched can still suppress and affect the immune system. What other thus unknown threats are harbored in blood transfusions? Blood has at least 400 red cells antigens (proteins that can cause an immune response). The seriousness of the situation becomes quite grave considering this information. (‘How can blood save your life?” p.9, Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania, 1990).
In the Journal “Cancer” (February 15, 1987) A study was done in the Netherland. Patients with colon cancer were studied: and divided into two groups - those who received blood transfusions and those who did not. Over a five year period, it was discovered that those who were transfused had a survival rate of 48%. Those who were not transfused had a 74% survival rate. In another study, physicians at the University of Southern California followed up on one hundred patients who underwent cancer surgery. The recurrence rate for those who received blood was 65% and 14% for those who did not. (“How can blood save your life?” p.9, Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania).
Studies have long confirmed that blood transfusions compromise the immune system and renders one more susceptible to infections.. According to “The British Journal of Surgery, “August , 1988, “Whereas 23 percent of those who received donor blood during hip-replacement surgery developed infections, those given no blood had no infections at all.”
The incidence for concern over the dangers of blood transfusions are clear.
Is today’s blood supply free from AIDS?
AIDS and hepatitis has cast an ominous light on the blood supply industry. The two diseases are definitely known to be transmitted through blood.
AIDS (acquired immune deficiency disease) is caused the the HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). AIDS was first isolated in 1981. It was not until the next years that health experts learned that the virus could be passed on in blood products. Testing eventually began in 1985.Shortly after this, it was discovered there is a window” period between the first exposure and the development of antibodies to the disease. This could be months!
Even more dangerous is hepatitis B. Many have died from this blood borne disease. For many years, there was no screening available. Finally, a screening test for the disease was formulated and ib the early 1970s blood ws being screened in some lands. Many in the scientific community breathed a sigh of relief. Lo and behold, it was noted that people were still getting hepatitis. The strain was called Non-A, Non-B hepatitis. Today, this is known as hepatitis C. Unfortunately, tests are not always reliable. (“How can blood save your life?” Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania, 1990).
In summary
In the article, “The dangers of blood transfusions” by Deputy Ma’at-Ra http://www.dherbs.com/ the author points out:
"The American Red Cross accepts blood from damn near anyone today. Crack heads, homeless people, transients, drug fiends, homosexuals, gang-bangers, prostitutes, criminals, etc. All donate blood today especially when money is paid for it.”
Is this what you want in your body?
Subsequent articles will point out some alternatives to blood.
This article will explore some commonly held beliefs and investigate some findings and little known facts about the dangers of blood and blood transfusions.
Blood - is it really a “gift of life”?
Blood. To many lay people the word conjures up images of the fluid that runs in our veins carrying nutrients and oxygen to all or our cells, tissues and organs. Many have come to view blood as the all important fluid, in the case of a traumatic event, that potentially can safe the life of a loved one, such as a child or parent. But do the facts really support this view?
Early in the 20th century, scientists deepened man’s understanding of blood. They learned that there are different blood types and that it is vitally important to match a donor’s blood precisely with the recipient’s blood otherwise a severe hemolytic reaction could occur. (A hemolytic reaction is one that is life threatening because red blood cells are destroyed by the immune system).
Scientists are now studying the effects of transfused blood on the immune system. It has been found that when a heart, liver or other organ is transplanted that the immune system of the recipient may sense the foreign tissue and reject it. Blood transfusions are also tissue transplants; logically, the same risks are involved. Even blood that has been properly cross matched can still suppress and affect the immune system. What other thus unknown threats are harbored in blood transfusions? Blood has at least 400 red cells antigens (proteins that can cause an immune response). The seriousness of the situation becomes quite grave considering this information. (‘How can blood save your life?” p.9, Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania, 1990).
In the Journal “Cancer” (February 15, 1987) A study was done in the Netherland. Patients with colon cancer were studied: and divided into two groups - those who received blood transfusions and those who did not. Over a five year period, it was discovered that those who were transfused had a survival rate of 48%. Those who were not transfused had a 74% survival rate. In another study, physicians at the University of Southern California followed up on one hundred patients who underwent cancer surgery. The recurrence rate for those who received blood was 65% and 14% for those who did not. (“How can blood save your life?” p.9, Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania).
Studies have long confirmed that blood transfusions compromise the immune system and renders one more susceptible to infections.. According to “The British Journal of Surgery, “August , 1988, “Whereas 23 percent of those who received donor blood during hip-replacement surgery developed infections, those given no blood had no infections at all.”
The incidence for concern over the dangers of blood transfusions are clear.
Is today’s blood supply free from AIDS?
AIDS and hepatitis has cast an ominous light on the blood supply industry. The two diseases are definitely known to be transmitted through blood.
AIDS (acquired immune deficiency disease) is caused the the HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). AIDS was first isolated in 1981. It was not until the next years that health experts learned that the virus could be passed on in blood products. Testing eventually began in 1985.Shortly after this, it was discovered there is a window” period between the first exposure and the development of antibodies to the disease. This could be months!
Even more dangerous is hepatitis B. Many have died from this blood borne disease. For many years, there was no screening available. Finally, a screening test for the disease was formulated and ib the early 1970s blood ws being screened in some lands. Many in the scientific community breathed a sigh of relief. Lo and behold, it was noted that people were still getting hepatitis. The strain was called Non-A, Non-B hepatitis. Today, this is known as hepatitis C. Unfortunately, tests are not always reliable. (“How can blood save your life?” Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania, 1990).
In summary
In the article, “The dangers of blood transfusions” by Deputy Ma’at-Ra http://www.dherbs.com/ the author points out:
"The American Red Cross accepts blood from damn near anyone today. Crack heads, homeless people, transients, drug fiends, homosexuals, gang-bangers, prostitutes, criminals, etc. All donate blood today especially when money is paid for it.”
Is this what you want in your body?
Subsequent articles will point out some alternatives to blood.
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