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Think you know everything there is to know about blood and blood donation? Maybe you do, maybe you don’t. Check out our interesting trivia tidbits below.
As we celebrate Mother's Day in May, a young mom shares how her life was saved by the generosity of blood donors. That’s why blood donation is a great way to mark Mother’s Day or to honor the mother figure in your life. Read More
The FDA has established blood donation requirements and deferral information designed to keep the blood supply safe from bloodborne diseases, and also keep patients safe. The good news is most deferrals aren't permanent. Read More
People who either had COVID-19, are vaccinated or both have antibodies in their plasma. If blood donors’ antibodies are high enough, their plasma can help patients with weakened immune systems who are battling the virus. Read More
Blood donation in the U.S. has a long history of science and the good heart of giving blood donors. In most cases, family members donate blood for their loved ones but for a sustainable blood supply, we need everyone to give blood. Read More
A card and box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day gifts are nice, but maybe this year, you’ll think outside the box and start a new tradition to celebrate the love in your life by giving blood together. Read More
Hundreds of blood antigens have been identified, with more being discovered every year. That means having a rare blood type can go beyond your basic ABO and Rh type, as we explore in the second part of our rare blood type blog. Read More
We welcome the year 2022 and invite you to participate in new healthy habits, including donating blood and volunteering - you won't regret it! Read More
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Do you gather with family for a large meal? Maybe you decorate your home inside and out? How about starting a new one: donating blood? Read More
Giving blood is simple — just make an appointment, show up, and your donor care specialist will take care of the rest. But, are there things you need to stay away from? Learn more. Read More
You may have heard the phrase “most rare blood type” and wondered what exactly that means. After all, how can a blood type be rare, and what exactly is the rarest blood type, if there even is one? Read More
Become part of someone’s story by making a lifesaving blood donation. You could be the reason a father sees his child graduate, a young cancer patient celebrates his fifth birthday, or a sickle cell sufferer finds pain relief.
Become part of someone’s story by making a lifesaving blood donation. You could be the reason a father sees his child graduate, a young cancer patient celebrates his 5th birthday, or a sickle cell sufferer finds pain relief.
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Each year, nearly 5 million Americans need blood transfusions. But ... Read More
Ready to donate, but unsure if you qualify? Or maybe you’ve been deferred in the past — but that doesn’t necessarily mean you still can’t donate. View our most up-to-date eligibility requirements.
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