Monetary Compensation and Blood Donor Return: Results of a Donor Survey in Southwest Germany

Weidmann, Christian; Schneider, Sven; Weck, Eberhard; Menzel, Dagmar; Klüter, Harald; Müller‐Steinhardt, Michael

doi:10.1159/000365525

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“…In the CG, the return rate of male donors (58·3%) was slightly higher than the return rate of female donors (50·9%; P = 0·458), which reflects findings of other studies that male FTDs have a higher return rate than female FTDs . As an example, in the study of Kheiri and Alibeigi , 50% of male FTDs and only 30% of female FTDs returned within a 5‐year follow‐up period.…”

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Well‐being and return rate of first‐time whole blood donors

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Background and objectives Previous studies observed a transient increase in well‐being in about one‐third of regular donors after blood donation. In addition, personal contact with donors after donation seems to increase return rates. We were interested whether changes in well‐being and/or personal contact after the first donation impact return rates of first‐time donors (FTDs). Materials and methods First‐time donors were randomized to a questionnaire group (QG), in which questionnaires assessing the well‐being had to be filled in, or a control group (CG), which was not contacted with a questionnaire. The QG had to complete the same questionnaire three times at the day of the first donation and then four times over an 8‐week period with reminding calls by the study coordinator. Return rates of participants were followed for 12 months. Results A total of 102 FTDs participated in the QG and 115 in the CG. Changes in well‐being after the first donation had minimal impact on the return rates. In contrast, contacting FTDs after their first donation had a significant impact on the return rate of male donors (89·2% in the QG vs. 58·3% in the CG; P = 0·001). Females showed no significant difference in return rates between both groups (P = 0·32). Conclusion The well‐being of FTDs had no influence on their return rate. The intervention of regular contacts during a research project follow‐up resulted in an increased return rate of male but not of female FTDs. The pronounced difference of the impact of this intervention between male and female donors requires further studies.

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Well‐being and return rate of first‐time whole blood donors

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“…Both the World Health Organization and the European Commission agree that voluntary, nonremunerated donations would be ideal . The evidence pointing toward the conclusion that receiving cash at least does not improve donation behavior (in the long run) is affirmative; however, how noncash items or health screenings influence donor behavior is still under debate . A recent systematic review found that attitudes toward incentives are mixed and depend on age, donor experience, and the donation reward system of the country of residence …”

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“…6,7 The evidence pointing toward the conclusion that receiving cash at least does not improve donation behavior (in the long run) is affirmative; however, how noncash items or health screenings influence donor behavior is still under debate. [8][9][10] A recent systematic review found that attitudes toward incentives are mixed and depend on age, donor experience, and the donation reward system of the country of residence. 11 In contrast to external motivators, willingness to donate may depend more on personal characteristics, on beliefs and motivations, 12 and on cultural and economic context of the country individuals live in.…”

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Determinants of blood donation willingness in the European Union: a cross‐country perspective on perceived transfusion safety, concerns, and incentives

2019

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BACKGROUND Willingness to donate blood depends on personal characteristics, beliefs, and motivations, but also on the cultural context. The aim of this study was to examine whether willingness to donate blood is associated with attitudes toward blood transfusion, personal motivators, and incentives and whether these factors vary across countries in the European Union (EU). STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS The sample consisted of 27,868 participants, from 28 EU member states, who were interviewed about blood donation and transfusion‐related issues for the 2014 round of the Eurobarometer, a country‐comparative survey, collected on behalf of the European Commission. Participants were asked whether they would be willing to donate blood and for which reasons (motivators) and which incentives are appropriate to receive in return for a blood donation. RESULTS Willingness to donate varied significantly across countries and was positively associated with perceived blood transfusion safety. Furthermore, helping family or people in need were the most powerful motivators for blood donation willingness in almost all countries. In contrast, the number of participants who were willing to donate to alleviate shortages or to contribute to research varied widely across countries. The wish to receive certain incentives, however, did not seem to be related to willingness to donate. CONCLUSION Perceived blood transfusion safety and personal motivations may be stronger determinants of willingness to donate than receiving certain incentives. EU‐wide strategies and guidelines for donor recruitment and retention should take both overall and country‐specific patterns into account. For example, education on the importance of donation could be considered.

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“…8. See Weidmann et al (2014) for evidence on how monetary incentives may result in different outcomes in the short-term and long-term in the context of monetary compensation for blood donation.…”

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Dynamic Inconsistency and Incentive Design: Insights from Behavioural Economics for HR Managers

Gaurav¹

2021

NHRD Network Journal

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Behavioural economics is a thriving field that offers descriptive models of human decision-making that deviate from the standard model of decision-making in economics. This article presents insights from behavioural economics that can help address dynamic inconsistency, that is, time-inconsistency problems of employees and inform incentive design strategies. The author argues that lessons from behavioural economics can be applied to design solutions that can transform HR practices. HR managers and leaders stand to benefit from the emerging evidence from the lab and field in behavioural economics that calls for a rethinking of the conventional understanding of human behaviour.

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Monetary Compensation and Blood Donor Return: Results of a Donor Survey in Southwest Germany

Cited by 9 publications

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Well‐being and return rate of first‐time whole blood donors

Well‐being and return rate of first‐time whole blood donors

Determinants of blood donation willingness in the European Union: a cross‐country perspective on perceived transfusion safety, concerns, and incentives

Dynamic Inconsistency and Incentive Design: Insights from Behavioural Economics for HR Managers

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