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Blood Donation Stories

What’s your why? Blood donors share stories about their reasons for donating blood, and recipients talk about the life-transforming impact those donations made. Share your story by contacting us.

Mother’s Day Has Special Meaning for Survivors of Pregnancy Complications

Mother’s Day Has Special Meaning for Survivors of Pregnancy Complications

Meet three women who are forever grateful for the many blood donors who saved their lives when they experienced serious childbirth complications. Read More
Feel like Family When You Visit a Vitalant Donation Center

Feel like Family When You Visit a Vitalant Donation Center

Donation center blood donors and staff form strong bonds in their mutual quest to save lives. Read More
Aspiring Nurse Endures Countless Blood Donations

Aspiring Nurse Endures Countless Blood Donations

Rammeet's constant battle against an inherited blood disorder inspired her to help others.

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New Mexico Nurse Wins Super Bowl Trip

New Mexico Nurse Wins Super Bowl Trip

New Mexico nurse and blood donor Matthew Reese and his wife enjoyed the experience of a lifetime and winners of our Big Game Giveaway. Read More
Vitalant Staff Persevere During Severe Winter Weather

Vitalant Staff Persevere During Severe Winter Weather

When Mother Nature comes between lifesaving units of blood and patients in need, Vitalant team members pull out all the stops to ensure blood donations reach their destination. Read More
Blood Donation Wellness Check Alerts Donor to Serious Illness

Blood Donation Wellness Check Alerts Donor to Serious Illness

John, a longtime Colorado blood donor, discovered he had a serious illness thanks to the mini-physical all donors receive before a blood donation. Read More
Continuing a Black Friday Blood Donation Tradition in Memory of Her Sister

Continuing a Black Friday Blood Donation Tradition in Memory of Her Sister

Erin has fond memories of her Black Friday blood donation tradition with her big sister, Kyle. Since Kyle passed away from bladder cancer in 2013, Erin has been hosting blood drives in her honor.
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Giveaway Winners Talk About Why They Donate

Giveaway Winners Talk About Why They Donate

A few of the lucky gift card recipients from our summer and fall giveaways share how they feel about winning, as well as the reasons they became blood donors (hint: It’s not for the prizes!). Read More
Donating Blood Isn't the Only Way to Help Patients

Donating Blood Isn't the Only Way to Help Patients

As a blood donor, you already show your support of Vitalant’s lifesaving mission with your generous blood donations, and patients are so grateful.

But did you know there are other ways you can support hospital patients?

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Blood Donors Made a Decade (and Counting) of Family Memories Possible for Dan

Blood Donors Made a Decade (and Counting) of Family Memories Possible for Dan

Ten years ago, doctors gave Dan a 50/50 chance at survival after he was involved in a serious car accident. But thanks to the blood donors who provided the 121 units of blood needed to help save his life, Dan has been able to mark significant milestones in the decade since – including the birth of his two sons – as well as savor life’s everyday moments. Read More
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The Donor Recognition Program, commonly referred to as the “V... Read More

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The aftermath of the pandemic continues to impact the national bloo... Read More

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Honor Hypertension Awareness Month with a Blood Donation

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Hypertension, often referred to as high blood pressure, can affect ... Read More

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Honoring Our Nurses During National Nurses Week 2023

Nurses play a vital role in our healthcare system, including Vitala... Read More

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Every year during the last week of April, we celebrate Medical Labo... Read More

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What Happens to Your Body After You Donate Blood?

It feels good to donate blood and save lives but it’s natural... Read More

Easy-Peasy Blood Type Chart

Easy-Peasy Blood Type Chart

Let’s be honest, science-y stuff can feel overwhelming to ... Read More

Get Recognized for Your Blood Donations

Get Recognized for Your Blood Donations

Saving lives through blood donation is a great feeling, but it'... Read More

 

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Can I Donate? 

Ready to donate, but unsure if you qualify? Or maybe you’ve been deferred in the past — but that doesn’t necessarily mean you still can’t donate. View our most up-to-date eligibility requirements.

 
 
 
 

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