Dover Woman Donates Red Cells and Platelets in Memory of Her Son
Laurel Baird donates blood every two months in memory of her son, Doug.
"I have O negative blood, so my blood can go to any patient who needs it," said Laurel. "I donate platelets and red blood cells as often as I can for the people facing a sudden emergency situation or a life-threatening illness, like Doug did."
Laurel with her son, Doug, in 2002
Doug, with his cat, BooBoo
Doug was diagnosed with bone cancer and ultimately acute myeloid leukemia. At one point during his treatment, he needed an emergency transfusion of twenty units of platelets and ten units of red blood cells.
"Blood products made my son stronger and more comfortable while he was in the hospital battling leukemia and they prolonged his life," Laurel said. "I will never forget about the constant need for blood donors, and I will continue donating in memory of Doug and for all the children and adults who need my blood."
To join Laurel in the lifesaving act of giving blood, call 1 888 8-BLOOD-8 or click HERE.
