Calls for blood donations are common and a way for the public to help others. Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Whether a patient receives whole blood, red cells, platelets or plasma, this lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation. Even with advanced medical research, especially for individual components, there is still no substitute for human blood, which makes donations important.
Reasons to Donate!
#1: Blood Donations Save Lives
#2: Blood Is Required for Various Types of Patients
#3: Few Eligible Donors Donate Their Blood
#4: It Can Be a One-Time Event or a Recurring Donation
#5: There Are Benefits for the Donor
Facts About Giving Blood:
1 pint of blood can potentially save up to 3 lives!
A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 units of blood.
Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood and or platelets.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! TOGETHER #WEKEEPTHEWORLDBEATING
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.
