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Volunteer Blood Donors Needed to Reverse Prolonged Shortage

March 1, 2023 — Nonprofit Vitalant is urging all eligible blood donors to give in March to help patients amid a prolonged blood shortage, compounded by inclement weather. Cold, snow and other adverse weather conditions across the country canceled blood drives, preventing more than 1,300 donations to go uncollected in February alone.

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Vitalant Chief Information Officer Anthony Bobos Recognized as an ArizonaCIO ORBIE® Awards CIO of the Year

May 4, 2021 — Nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) Anthony Bobos was recently recognized as the ArizonaCIO ORBIE® Awards 2021 CIO of the Year in the large enterprise category. Vitalant’s corporate offices are in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Honor Moms, Get Thanked When Giving Blood This May With Vitalant

April 28, 2021 – Vitalant urges all eligible donors to make an appointment to give blood, platelets or plasma this May in support of mothers and all patients relying on lifesaving blood transfusions. As a token of thanks, all those who come to give May 1 through May 25 will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card or a Vitalant ball cap May 26 through June 1, redeemable via email.

Give Blood With Vitalant During National Donate Life Month

Apr. 1, 2021 — National Donate Life Month in April honors those who have saved lives through the gift of organ donation. Many organ transplants require blood and platelets to support patients during surgery.

Donate Blood in March to Support Patients with Bleeding Disorders

Mar. 3, 2021 - March is Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month—a great reminder for new and current blood donors to schedule an appointment to support the millions of patients across the U.S. who rely on regular donations for their treatment.

Widespread Snow and Ice Disrupting Nation’s Blood Supply

Feb. 18, 2021 – Severe winter storms bringing debilitating snow, ice and cold to much of the United States are causing widespread concern for the nation’s blood supply.

Give from the Heart; Give Blood with Vitalant in February

Feb. 2, 2021 – One of the benefits of blood donation is the mini-physical every donor receives, including a check of pulse and blood pressure as well as a cholesterol test. February is Heart Health Month, a great time to give blood and get a health check.