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Reflections on the Past, Present and Future of Vitalant

Reflections on the Past, Present and Future of Vitalant

Vitalant’s mission to ensure a safe, ample blood supply for our nation began 78 years ago as Salt River Blood Bank in Phoenix, Arizona, and has grown to encompass nearly 120 donation centers from coast-to-coast. Read More
Veterans Day: Proud to Serve the Community

Veterans Day: Proud to Serve the Community

My name is Felecia Renee Mercado. I am a technical services support specialist at Vitalant in Pittsburgh, and a nearly 22-year Army veteran. Read More
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Vitalant in 2021 and Beyond

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Vitalant in 2021 and Beyond

As we pause to reflect on the past year, I am inspired by the commitment Vitalant shows for diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization. Read More
Dr. Michael P. Busch, COVID Rescue Team Honored with ABC Awards

Dr. Michael P. Busch, COVID Rescue Team Honored with ABC Awards

Vitalant has been recognized with two awards this year: The illustrious Thomas F. Zuck Lifetime Achievement Award for Dr. Michael P. Busch and Outstanding Public Relations Campaign for the COVID Rescue Team. Read More
Celebrating Women in Science

Celebrating Women in Science

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrated on Feb. 11, promotes full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls, as well as honoring the achievements of women in the field. Read More
Honoring Women in Leadership

Honoring Women in Leadership

International Women’s Day on March 8 celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women around the globe. Here at Vitalant, we’re fortunate to have many strong female leaders helping us fulfill our lifesaving mission, inspiring others to be their best and serving our donors, customers and employees with compassion and dedication.
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Recognizing Vitalant’s Nurses on National Nurses Day

Recognizing Vitalant’s Nurses on National Nurses Day

National Nurses Day on May 6 celebrates those continuing to live the legacy of Florence Nightingale, the mother of modern nursing whose sanitary care efforts reduced Crimean War death rates from 42% to 2%. Nurses have always played a vital role in health care, but the past two years of facing the COVID-19 pandemic have brought the stories of these frontline heroes to the forefront. We're proud of all the nurses belonging to the Vitalant family and their roles supporting donors, pa... Read More

Celebrating Blood Collectors Week

Celebrating Blood Collectors Week

Vitalant’s Donor Care team serves on the frontlines, working directly with donors and collecting the vital products that patients need.  

The Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies and Fresenius Kabi have declared Sept. 4-10, 2022, as Blood Collectors Week.  

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Honoring International Donor Recruitment Professionals Day

Honoring International Donor Recruitment Professionals Day

The Association of Donor Recruitment Professionals has declared Sept. 15 as International Donor Recruitment Professionals Day. Without donors, Vitalant wouldn’t be able to fulfill our lifesaving mission. Building successful relationships and converting them to repeat donors requires an investment of time, resources and a specific skill set. Our Donor Recruitment teams serve on the front line of attracting an... Read More

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Dylan Bowen Found His Purpose at Vitalant

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Dylan Bowen Found His Purpose at Vitalant

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and Dylan is reflecting on his journey, including how joining the team at Vitalant helped save his life.

“That was the first moment of realization for me that I was doing something important, that I was part of a team that was saving people’s lives,” said Dylan, now a component manufacturing supervisor. “There is great satisfaction in being part of something bigger than oneself, and I have found that here.”

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Coordinator Meets the Need for a Local Donation Option

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Continuing a Black Friday Blood Donation Tradition in Memory of Her Sister

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Giveaway Winners Talk About Why They Donate

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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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