Every day, blood donors make a lifesaving difference for patients in need when help can’t wait. This Red Cross Month, we’re grateful for everyone who rolls up their sleeves to …
Topics: Blood
One Red Crosser’s Reflections of Her Family’s Legacy and the Significance of Giving Blood
“Why does the Red Cross call to ask you to give blood so much?” I asked my dad while handing him the messages I took down from the family’s landline …
Facing Your Fear in the Face of a Blood Crisis: Meet Melissa Balthazor
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it’s estimated that up to 25% of adults have a fear of needles. This common fear can often lead people to …
Tennessee Family Fighting Pediatric Cancer Shares the Impacts of a Low Blood Supply
Originally published on the American Red Cross Tennessee Region’s Blog. Right now, the Red Cross is experiencing a historic blood donation crisis. Blood donations are at their lowest in over …
Working together for changes to blood donor eligibility for gay and bi men
Josh Sorbe from Washington D.C, is a busy communications professional, an accomplished athlete, and a fitness instructor. He also wants to be a blood donor, but as a gay man, …
Sickle Cell Disease 101: A Chat with Sickle Cell Warrior Nicklaine Paul
More than 100,000 people have sickle cell disease in the U.S. and many require regular blood transfusions throughout their lifetime. Blood transfusions help manage the severe pain and long-term health …
Behind the Scenes of an American Red Cross Histocompatibility Lab
Originally published on the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Region’s blog. Most don’t know there is an American Red Cross Histocompatibility Laboratory right here in Philadelphia. It is 1 of …
Severe Blood Shortage: Trauma Survivor’s Story Highlights Serious Need for Blood Products
Beth Hudson knows just how crucial blood products can be after a trauma. She credits the 64 units of blood, platelets and plasma she received – and the generous donors …
Decades of Blood Donation Shows the Impact an Act of Kindness Can Have
Originally published on the American Red Cross Cascades Region blog. By lying on his back, savoring some quiet moments for two hours every other week, California resident Dennis Thompson has …
Anna Marietta, a Recovered COVID-19 Patient Donates Lifesaving Convalescent Plasma when #HelpCantWait
For many, the idea of giving blood causes immediate anxiety and fear of possible pain because of the needles used to collect blood donations. Anna Marietta of St. Charles, Michigan, …