A young family from Ladner, along with 75 of their family members and friends, gave back at a Canadian Blood Services donor clinic at the Ladner Community Centre Wednesday. The outpouring of support was a way of saying thanks following a serious medical emergency the family experienced this summer. Carly
Even though she won’t turn 2 until Oct. 27, Adelyn Troutman has seen the inside of a hospital more times than most adults. The Ahwatukee tyke has endured 25 blood transfusions – a monthly ordeal necessitated by a genetic affliction called Diamond-Blackfan anemia, which prohibits the creation of red blood
Catonsville Middle School hosted an American Red Cross blood drive this week, giving students volunteer experience and drawing more than 21 donors, many of whom were regulars. “I just think everyone everywhere should do it,” Catonsville resident Megan Ossing said before donating blood. Ossing said she attends blood drives regularly
Giving blood is a gift straight from the heart and each unit donated can save up to three lives. Rock River Valley Blood Center partners with businesses and organizations to host mobile drives in Rochelle throughout the year. But what is the impact of those donations locally? In 2017, Rochelle
Kiwi actress Narelle Ahrens’ baby required two life-saving blood transfusions before he was born. And, as his blood levels continued to fall after birth, three more transfusions were needed. Now, Ahrens, who has played roles in Lord of the Rings and TV drama Nothing Trivial, has made the decision to become a plasma
David Young requires blood to help him through his burkitt leukemia treatments Whether someone is going through cancer treatment or has just been in a car accident, blood donation is a crucial part of their recovery. Melanie Murphy knows the importance of blood donation all too well. Her six-year-old son