Platelets are tiny cell fragments in your blood that help form clots and stop bleeding. Nearly 50% of donated platelets go to cancer patients. With a shelf life of only five days, hospitals rely on a ...
If you’re looking for a way to help others while also benefiting your own well-being, consider giving blood. It’s relatively quick, usually painless, and can truly save lives. Every two seconds, ...
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Rhode Island Blood Center is asking for help since they are still dangerously low on blood donations, particularly platelets. These platelets are liquid gold running ...
There are two predominant organizations in Western North Carolina where people can donate blood. The Western North Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross and The Blood Connection both have ...
Winter weather has caused a dramatic drop in blood and platelet donations, straining LifeShare and other blood centers, and ...
Whether you are donating blood for the first time or are a repeat donor, every donation matters and makes an enormous ...
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - It’s the season of giving, and one Wisconsin couple holds true to that. Jerry & Kim Porter have been married for 29 years, and together they’ve helped save many lives over ...
Multiple Red Cross blood drives are scheduled in Ross County through Feb. 28 as winter storms contribute to a nationwide ...