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
This Thanksgiving, many of us will find ourselves at home surrounded by family, friends and hopefully good food. But others across the Lower Mainland and British Columbia are receiving care at hospitals, and are in need of blood. “People get busy with family activities, they head out of town and
To quote Dracula, one of the world’s most famous movie monsters, “The blood is the life.” The LifeServe Blood Center is partnering with Carroll Broadcasting, to offer Carroll area residents the chance to save lives at the Dracula Drive Blood Drive Oct. 21. Danielle West, public relations and marketing manager
One sibling rivalry has saved more than 400 lives, and that number is still rising. Marlis Gunderson of St. Albert was recognized earlier this year for reaching her milestone blood donation. Her winning streak began back in the late 1970s when she was in university, learning to become a nurse.