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KENT AND SUSSEX COUNTY STUDENTS HONORED FOR BREAKING BLOOD DONATION RECORDS
Blood Bank of Delmarva held an awards luncheon on Thursday, October 9 from 11:30am to 1:30pm at the Georgia House in Milford to recognize 13 high schools in Kent and Sussex counties for their lifesaving contributions to the 2007-2008 School Blood Drive Program.
Barbara Mallory, of Dover, Delaware, was at the luncheon to share her amazing story about the need for blood. Barbara's 2-year-old daughter, Brianna, was diagnosed with JMML, a rare type of juvenile leukemia. At a very early age, Brianna faced many serious treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation, and a bone marrow transplant. To aid in her recovery, Brianna needed weekly red cell and platelet transfusions for nearly 18 months.
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"I'm Not a Hero... I Donate Blood Because I Can"
When asked why Robert G. of Dover, Delaware has been a loyal LifeSaver donor over the years, the answer was simple. "Because I can," he said.
Robert has grown up with living proof of the importance of blood donations. His identical twin brother was a "blue baby" at birth, meaning he was born with a congenital heart defect that caused an inadequate oxygenation of his blood.
PICTURED: Robert (on right) with his twin brother, Bill
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Blood Bank To Hold First Community Drive in Claymont
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Wilmington Donor Center - HOURS OF OPERATION
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September's National Sickle Cell Awareness Month Shows Need for Diverse Blood Donors
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WILMINGTON, DE - At just two-months-old, Ke'Asia M. of Wilmington, Delaware was diagnosed with sickle cell disease. This disease is an inherited blood disorder that disfigures red blood cells, making it difficult for them to pass through small blood vessels. In order to avoid life-threatening complications, Ke'Asia, now 5, needs blood transfusions every three weeks - for the rest of her life.
CHRISTIANA CARE WINS SUMMER BLOOD CHALLENGE FOR 5TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Competition helps avoid blood shortages during difficult summer months
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BLOOD BANK OF DELMARVA HELPS IN WAKE OF HURRICANE IKE
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NEWARK, DE - Delmarva residents Wednesday are helping victims of Hurricane Ike with blood sent to the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center in Houston. The shipment from Blood Bank of Delmarva included 80 units of O-Positive blood, 20 units of O-Negative, and 15 units of B-Negative.
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RECORD-BREAKING SUMMER BLOOD CHALLENGE RESULTS TO BE ANNOUNCED
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Featured speakers share real life experiences with blood transfusions and need for blood
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Little Girl With Sickle Cell Disease Needs Blood Transfusions Every 3 Weeks
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At just two-months-old, Ke'Asia M. of Wilmington, Delaware was diagnosed with sickle cell disease. This disease is an inherited blood disorder that disfigures red blood cells, making it difficult for them to pass through small blood vessels. In order to avoid life-threatening complications, Ke'Asia, now 5-years-old, needs blood transfusions every 3 weeks - for the rest of her life.
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LifeSaver Donor Thanks Blood Bank for Saving Her Husband
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PICTURED: Tom and Joanne in Disney World 2006.
"Since the year 2000, I have given blood as a LifeSaver donor. That was the year my husband, Tom, was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. He has undergone radiation, chemotherapy and two bone marrow transplants. During those treatments, he received many whole blood transfusions, as well as platelets. I wanted to give something back, especially to the cause that saved Tom's life. Tom is doing well these days. We are both grateful for all the donors who made his recovery possible."
- Joanne R. of Middletown, DE - LifeSaver donor since 2000
To make an appointment to donate blood, call 1 888 8-BLOOD-8 or click HERE.
2-Year-Old Boy Needs Regular Blood Transfusions to Survive
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John S. of Newark, DE is a happy 2-year-old boy. Most would never guess he has Diamond Blackfan Anemia (DBA), a rare disease that prevents red blood cells from being produced in his bone marrow. John relies on blood transfusions to survive. He has had more than 40 to date.
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Girl Needed Transfusions in Fight with Leukemia
It's a parent's worst nightmare. Bruce and Barbara M. of Dover, DE lived it.
Their 2-year-old daughter, Brianna, was diagnosed with JMML, a rare juvenile leukemia. Brianna suddenly faced many serious treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation, and a bone marrow transplant. For about a year and a half, Brianna needed red cell and platelet transfusions every week.
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September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Sickle cell disease affects 70,000 Americans. 90% are of African descent.
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BLOOD DONOR TRIED TO SAVE LIVES - BUT GOT NEWS THAT SAVED HER OWN
PICTURED: Judy G. (on right) with family
38-year-old Judy G. has been a Blood Bank LifeSaver donor since high school. For two decades, her blood donations have saved countless lives. But during her visit to give blood in May of 2007, Judy got news that ultimately saved her own life.
It all started when she had her iron levels checked before donating.
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Blood Bank Teams Up With Delmarva Shorebirds
The Blood Bank teamed up with the Delmarva Shorebirds this summer to mix the excitement of baseball with the importance of blood donation. During each game, Sherman - the Shorebirds mascot - "shoots" several Blood Bank t-shirts into the crowd.