It is important that our blood supply is from a diverse population. It really makes a difference. Until recently, I thought the only difference in blood was the blood type. Wrong! Blood from people of a similar race and ethnicity can provide the best health outcomes for the patient and fewer potential complications from a transfusion. Read this article for more info: https://redcrossnw.org/2019/02/19/why-diversity-is-the-theme-of-the-dr-charles-drew-blood-drive/
Challenge your friends (or anyone for that matter) to a friendly competition! Who will win the battle to do the most social good for your community?
Put your virtual blood drive campaign against one or even multiple other campaigns to see who can recruit more blood donors for the American Red Cross.
