Become a Blood Donor

Someone needs blood every few seconds in the U.S. Without lifesaving blood transfusions, millions of Americans would die every year. According to the American Red Cross, it needs 13,000 blood donations every single day to maintain an appropriate blood supply. Fortunately, eligible blood donors can donate blood every eight weeks.

National Blood Donor Month is a good reminder for us to donate blood. Every time we donate one pint of blood, the potential is there to save three lives. If you haven't already, consider becoming a blood donor. There are blood drives scheduled in the Lincoln area on a weekly basis. Find out more at redcrossblood.org.