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Here's a feel-good side gig: Make money, save lives by selling your plasma or platelets

Por: Los Angeles Times Business December 03, 2022

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Want a feel-good side hustle? Consider selling your plasma or platelets. You can make money and save lives at the same time. And the amount you make is generous — usually between $25 and $100 an hour. Of course, you can also give plasma and platelets for free to nonprofit organizations, such as the Red Cross. But there’s no shame in getting paid. Selling plasma or platelets is a lot like giving blood. But it takes longer because you’re... + full article



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