Imagine, for just 2 seconds, that your life hangs in the balance and the only people that can save you from certain death, are complete strangers.

I do not have to imagine it, I live it - everyday. Instead of being a victim of a rare blood disorder or the survivor of a near death experience, I choose to be a LIVING TESTIMONY of the need for blood donors. As an advocate and spokesperson working with the nation's two largest blood collection organizations, I hope to connect donors to the lives they save through education, encouragement and open communication. Together, we can save lives, one pint at a time.


Every 2 seconds, someone requires a blood transfusion to live.

That's why "It's Hip 2 Give!"

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Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Global News On Blood Donation

Working regionally, I am able to give a voice to a national need. This need however, is greater - it is a global need. Below are the latest headlines in the need for blood - the need does not discriminate and does not stop. Summer is on the way and more blood will be needed - NOW is a great time to donate.

Central Texas now has public cord blood donation site (USA)
Massive turnover at blood donation camp in Sec 30 (INDIA)
'Ambitious project' on blood supply (MALTA)
More blood donors needed (SINGAPORE)
The business of blood (USA - IOWA)
Facebook promotes blood donations (USA - ALABAMA)
Scotiabank launches national blood drive (JAMAICA)
Plea brings biggest ever blood donor turnout (SCOTLAND)
Meriden native donates bone marrow overseas (USA - Donation done in Germany)

You will note headlines about Cord Blood (umbilical cord donations) and Bone Marrow - both of which are also in demand along with blood/plasma and platelets. Be sure to check with your local donation centers for upcoming events.

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