Motorcyclist Needs 47 Pints of Blood After Crash
Joe Yaritz was riding his motorcycle down Route 213 in Elkton, MD on June 11 when a car turned into him and hit his leg. He crashed, severely injuring his left leg and suffering multiple fractures and abrasions on his hands and arms. He was losing a lot of blood and was airlifted to the hospital.
Ultimately, Joe lost his leg and needed 47 pints of blood to survive.
After hearing about his accident, more than 80 of Joe's friends and co-workers at W. L. Gore and Associates made appointments to give blood in his honor.
"I am really thankful and blessed to work with good people and have such great friends," Joe said. "It is truly overwhelming to think about how many people came together in my time of need to make sure I survived."
Because of blood donors and quick medical attention, Joe is recovering from his injuries and he continues to improve every day.
Please make an appointment to give blood and help patients like Joe. Call 1-888-8-BLOOD-8 or click HERE.
