Everyone has it. Everyone needs it.
There's no lasting substitute for blood. If people lose blood from surgery or injury, or if their bodies can't produce enough, there is only one place to turn: volunteer blood donors.

The more you know about this lifesaving resource, the more you'll understand how important it is to donate blood.

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Your blood cells
How your blood is used to save lives
Preparing blood for recipients
Blood safety
The history of blood transfusions
Fast facts about your blood

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Personal Story

Steven Mosborg suffered burns to more than 62 percent of his body. Without the generosity of blood donors, he wouldn’t be here to share his story.
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