Students find alternative ways to make money
USF students sell hair, eggs and plasma to earn money in the economic downturn.
Published: Monday, February 23, 2009
Updated: Monday, February 23, 2009 02:02
"It's a pretty big needle, but it doesn't really hurt," she said.
She said her first donation took between four and five hours, including time for a screening for general health and communicable diseases.
Gillenwater said after the long first day at the clinic, donating is much quicker, and she thinks the process is worth it.
"I could easily make an extra $100 for the month," she said. "I think its worthwhile if you're healthy — there's nothing wrong
2 comments
Patricia
Donating plasma is popular no matter where you live or what your situation. I know soldiers who just do it for the extra cash.
Mike-TX
There are some companies who compensate very well for patients who have an illness such as RA, Lupus or certain infections. They compensate them for time and mileage to participate and they can make up to $500 per donation. You should check them out at accessclinical.com
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