As we wrap up the month of December and enter into the new year, the Red Cross is asking you to help it celebrate National Blood Donor Month.
Since 1970, January has been known as National Blood Donor Month. It's a time when the American Red Cross pays tribute to the nearly 11 million people who give blood each year. It's also a time where the Red Cross encourages those who have never donated to do so.
Sharon Jaksa, the CEO for the Great Lakes Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross says, “Blood donors bring hope and promise to hospital patients who may need blood. Donors play a vital role in modern health care by helping ensure hospitals have the blood products on hand for patients in need.”
January is a challenging time for blood donation because cold and snowy weather. Also the busy post-holiday schedules can make it difficult for blood donors to keep appointments. Regardless of the time of year, hospital patients nationwide need about 44,000 blood donations daily for cancer care, surgeries, and the treatment of serious diseases and trauma.
To find an American Red Cross blood drive in your area CLICK HERE.
To find a Michigan Blood drive in your area CLICK HERE.
