The Vitalant Blog

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

Though pandemic restrictions have eased, blood drives still feel the pain. Could your next blood donation be at a Virtual Blood Drive? Read More

Howard became a blood donor to save other people’s lives. He never imagined that donating blood would also save his own life. Twice.
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Before she was even 2 years old, Emily received a horrifying diagnosis that would change her life forever. Read More

Each year, nearly 5 million Americans need blood transfusions. But which patients use the most blood might surprise you. Read More

Thanks to countless blood donors, Avari was able to celebrate a huge milestone in her ongoing battle with a rare blood disorder. Read More

Sunnie became a regular platelet donor to help cancer patients. Then she took her dedication one step further and started encouraging others to donate. Read More

David was just starting his adult life when he was blindsided by a devastating cancer diagnosis. Blood and platelet donors helped get him through his ordeal. Read More

Peruse our inaugural issue of The Vital Donor, a quarterly newsletter written just for our selfless blood, platelet and plasma donors. Catch up on stories and behind-the-scenes insights into blood donation and Vitalant blood services. Read More

‘It’s my lifeline:’ During worst blood shortage ever, hospital prepares for trauma season
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