America’s Blood Centers and ADRP Publishes Changes in the Blood Donor Base
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Monday – Due to last week’s winter weather, there have been shipping delays. We are working very hard to distribute shirts to our centers and drives. If you were unable to receive a shirt at your donation and would like one, you can pick one up at a center or contact us at [email protected]. We…
DetailsThere are a lot of times that people who do not have to deal with a life-long illness or rare disease do not understand why there is so much passion around the cause or supporting that illness or disease. I want to share one of my whys. This blog comes at a challenging time. I…
DetailsI started my position at MEDIC Regional Blood Center in March 2023. Before that, I held several leadership positions at various East and Middle Tennessee hospitals and health systems. While leading a blood bank is different than a hospital or healthcare system there are similarities. Both require public outreach, both require compassion and empathy, and…
Details19 weeks and counting……. This week marks 19 weeks until the big race. As I prepared to kick off my One Dad Can initiative, I promised to be transparent and vulnerable. Well, in all transparency, the last several weeks have been very challenging for me. Don’t get me wrong, I have continued to receive pictures…
DetailsI met James Harrison through a mutual friend/colleague, Christy Newman, when discussing setup for a blood drive. Christy and I go back about 15 years (or more), and we were working to plan a blood drive at Arconic. In the process of planning, I mentioned looking for local leaders to serve on our advisory committee…
DetailsWhat are some of the biggest challenges facing a blood center today? Collecting blood from a diverse donor population is essential for maintaining a stable and well-supplied blood bank. A diverse donor population ensures an adequate supply of blood and blood-related products that can be used for different medical treatments and emergencies. It’s crucial to…
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