Can CCP Help COVID-19 Patients?
People who either had COVID-19, are vaccinated or both have antibodies in their plasma. If blood donors’ antibodies are high enough, their plasma can help patients with weakened immune systems who are battling the virus.
How the Blood Supply Works in the U.S.
Blood donation in the U.S. has a long history of science and the good heart of giving blood donors. In most cases, family members donate blood for their loved ones but for a sustainable blood supply, we need everyone to give blood.
New Way to Celebrate Love: Give Life
A card and box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day gifts are nice, but maybe this year, you’ll think outside the box and start a new tradition to celebrate the love in your life by giving blood together.
Rare Blood Types: Part Two
Hundreds of blood antigens have been identified, with more being discovered every year. That means having a rare blood type can go beyond your basic ABO and Rh type, as we explore in the second part of our rare blood type blog.
New Year, New Habits for 2022
We welcome the year 2022 and invite you to participate in new healthy habits, including donating blood and volunteering - you won't regret it!
