07/08/2026
Join us in promoting Brittany Whiteside's blood drive by learning important facts about blood donation for this "What to Know Wednesday". In the United States, the need for blood is constant, with someone requiring a transfusion every couple of seconds. A single donation, which takes less than 10 minutes, has the potential to save up to three lives. Blood is crucial for surgeries, cancer treatments, and trauma care; for example, a car accident victim may need up to 50 units of blood. Type O negative is a universal donor, while AB plasma can be given to anyone. Each donation is thoroughly tested for diseases like HIV and Hepatitis. You can donate every 56 days, making a significant impact in saving lives.