ArticleBMC public health2025
Motives and deterrents of blood donation: perspectives from the post-COVID era in Northern Iran.
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backgroundBlood donation is essential to healthcare systems, yet shortages persist, highlighting the need to understand factors influencing donation behavior. Motivations and deterrents, shaped by societal changes like the COVID-19 pandemic, significantly impact donation. This study explores the motives and deterrents of blood donation among Iranian donors in the post-COVID era, while also examining how the pandemic has affected donor attitudes, including their willingness to donate.
methodsA prospective study was conducted at Anzali Blood Donation Center, Iran, from December 2023 to January 2024. Data on demographics, motivations, deterrents, and pandemic effects were collected through interviews with donors. Logistic regression was used for analysis.
resultsAltruism was the primary motive (60.6%), followed by a sense of well-being (24.1%). Altruism was higher in repeat donors and those over 40. The most common deterrent was lack of time (38.4%), particularly among younger, married, and repeat donors. The pandemic increased eagerness (16.6%) but also caused reluctance (10.2%), influenced by concerns about COVID-19 or immunity loss.
conclusionAltruism remains a key motivator for blood donation post-COVID, while practical barriers like time constraints still hinder participation. The pandemic has had both positive and negative effects on donation attitudes, highlighting the need for targeted strategies to optimize blood donation efforts.
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