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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Monday, January 25, 2010

The Number Debate

So there has been a bit of debate about how many lives are actually saved by donated blood. Is it 2? Is it 3? Is it 4? Different donor organizations list different numbers and they change according to geography too.

It's most definitely 2, and quite possibly 3. Not sure about 4 - how's that for a definitive answer?

One unit of blood can be separated into several components: red blood cells, plasma, platelets and cryoprecipitate. These components can be used individually or collectively depending upon the need and incident. The usage is determined at the time of need.

So the answer is that 2 lives will be saved and a 3rd is likely. Therefore, up to 3 lives can be saved with your donation. It's always "Hip 2 Give" since we know that 2 lives will be saved and those lives above and beyond that number are just a bigger blessing indeed!

Posted by at 1/25/2010 09:28:00 AM

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