Honor Hypertension Awareness Month with a Blood Donation
Hypertension, often referred to as high blood pressure, can affect the body in many ways as it can lead to an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, or other serious disease. Known as the silent killer, it doesn’t always show symptoms until it’s caused serious damage to the body. Nearly half of all adults in the United States have high blood pressure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Mother’s Day Has Special Meaning for Survivors of Pregnancy Complications
Meet three women who are forever grateful for the many blood donors who saved their lives when they experienced serious childbirth complications.
Honoring Our Nurses During National Nurses Week 2023
Nurses play a vital role in our healthcare system, including Vitalant’s blood collection processes. These team members ensure the safety and care of our donors and, ultimately, patients in need.
National Nurses Week from May 6-12 celebrates those continuing to live the legacy of Florence Nightingale, the mother of modern nursing whose sanitary care efforts reduced Crimean War death rates from 42% to 2%.
Celebrating Medical Laboratory Professionals Week
Every year during the last week of April, we celebrate Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (MLPW) where we recognize and appreciate the hard work and dedication of medical laboratory professionals who play critical roles at Vitalant and in the healthcare system. With multiple types of laboratories, Vitalant’s medical laboratory professionals meet numerous needs for patients and the medical communities we serve.
Easy-Peasy Blood Type Chart
Let’s be honest, science-y stuff can feel overwhelming to many, and biology was not everyone’s forte back in school (no offense, Louis Pasteur!). But don’t worry, because we’ve got you covered with a fun recap and a colorful blood type chart.
