Blood Donors Save Life of Premature Baby
Ryan S. of Newark was born nearly three months early, weighing just 2 pounds. Because his digestive system was so immature, Ryan developed a severe infection in his intestines. Doctors were forced to take his blood for testing around the clock, but his body was unable to make new blood. The infection became more severe and Ryan had only a 35% chance of survival.
He needed a blood transfusion immediately. Just minutes after receiving a stranger's blood, Ryan's condition began to improve. It took just one blood transfusion and Ryan was able to recover from his illness and go home. Ryan is now a healthy, energetic 4-year-old.
