The month of January is designated as National Blood Donor Month. Due to holiday celebrations, inclement weather, and cold and flu season, the winter months are often a time of reduced donations and an increased risk for blood shortages. National Blood Donor Month celebrates blood donors during this critical time and reminds people of the importance of donating blood.
The need for blood is great. Every day in the U.S., approximately 29,000 units of red blood cells are required in hospitals and emergency treatment facilities for patients with cancer and other diseases, for organ transplant recipients, and to help save the lives of accident and trauma victims. With an aging population and advances in medical treatments and procedures requiring blood transfusions, there is always a need for blood and blood components.
Help ensure that this lifesaving resource is readily available to patients during this time. CCMH is hosting a blood drive Monday, January 20th from 9am – 4pm. Please contact the Marketing Department to make an appointment at 580.585.5406.