Gratitude after giving blood: does a simple 'Thank You' lift your spirits?
NCT ID NCT05213130
First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a short gratitude message after donating blood makes people feel happier. Over 600 adults who donated whole blood at the Guangzhou Blood Center took part. Half received a message thanking them and highlighting how their donation saves lives, while the other half got no message. Researchers then compared their well-being scores right after donation and a few weeks later.
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Guangzhou Blood Center
Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510095, China
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