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This Is My Why with James Harrison

There 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…

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Providing a Diverse Blood Supply with President and CEO H. Alan Watson, FACHE

I 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…

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19 Weeks with James Harrison

19 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…

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Challenges in Blood Banking with Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tom Watkins

What 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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