Meet Vicki Kavitsky, a Biomedical Services team member who works with the American Rare Donor Program in Philadelphia. As part of the national program, Red Cross workers like Vicki search …
Topics: Blood
Blood Drive Battle: How One Red Crosser Teamed Up with Red Cross Clubs to Support a Vulnerable Blood Supply
When the American Red Cross announced a national blood shortage crisis in January, Red Cross volunteer Sujai Jaipalli responded by hosting a blood drive battle between three schools in the …
One Man’s Dedication: The Joseph DeRosa Legacy
Originally published on the American Red Cross Northern Ohio Region’s blog. The lifeblood of the American Red Cross is its volunteers, and in particular, its blood donors. Joseph DeRosa was …
Thanks For Your Blood Donations When Help Can’t Wait
Every day, blood donors make a lifesaving difference for patients in need when help can’t wait. This Red Cross Month, we’re grateful for everyone who rolls up their sleeves to …
One Red Crosser’s Reflections of Her Family’s Legacy and the Significance of Giving Blood
“Why does the Red Cross call to ask you to give blood so much?” I asked my dad while handing him the messages I took down from the family’s landline …
Facing Your Fear in the Face of a Blood Crisis: Meet Melissa Balthazor
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it’s estimated that up to 25% of adults have a fear of needles. This common fear can often lead people to …
Tennessee Family Fighting Pediatric Cancer Shares the Impacts of a Low Blood Supply
Originally published on the American Red Cross Tennessee Region’s Blog. Right now, the Red Cross is experiencing a historic blood donation crisis. Blood donations are at their lowest in over …
Working together for changes to blood donor eligibility for gay and bi men
Josh Sorbe from Washington D.C, is a busy communications professional, an accomplished athlete, and a fitness instructor. He also wants to be a blood donor, but as a gay man, …
Sickle Cell Disease 101: A Chat with Sickle Cell Warrior Nicklaine Paul
More than 100,000 people have sickle cell disease in the U.S. and many require regular blood transfusions throughout their lifetime. Blood transfusions help manage the severe pain and long-term health …
Behind the Scenes of an American Red Cross Histocompatibility Lab
Originally published on the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Region’s blog. Most don’t know there is an American Red Cross Histocompatibility Laboratory right here in Philadelphia. It is 1 of …