Acting as a beacon of hope, Olympic champion Elizabeth Beisel has teamed up with the Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB) to bolster crucial blood donations during the scorching summer months. This groundbreaking partnership is geared towards tackling the surge in blood supply demand, particularly in the lead-up to Independence Day.
Empowering Blood Donation Campaign with Elizabeth Beisel
In a bid to combat the seasonal strain on blood reserves caused by holiday travels and unforeseen mishaps, NCBB is urging donors to step forward and visit donation centers from June 23 to July 7. As a token of appreciation, donors will be gifted an exclusive 'Team Blood Donor' t-shirt.
Inspiring Personal Story
Renowned for her stellar swimming career, Elizabeth Beisel shared a poignant account of her father's unwavering commitment to blood donation. Amid his battle with cancer, Beisel's father contributed over 6 gallons of blood, igniting a flame within Beisel to carry on his legacy and champion donation initiatives.
Promoting Youth Engagement
As the Paris Olympic games loom on the horizon, Beisel is issuing a challenge to young donors to spearhead the blood donation crusade. Despite youths constituting 25% of national blood donations in the past, the figure has dwindled to a mere 10%. Beisel's mission is to inspire the youth to prioritize donation activities and effect meaningful change within their localities.
Encouraging Regular Donation Habits
Underlining the significance of regular blood donations in upholding a robust blood inventory, NCBB stresses that blood donors can contribute every 56 days, with platelet donors having the option to donate twice a month. The organization is urging eligible individuals to partake in donation sessions at least once per season to aid patients in distress.
FDA Updates Donor Eligibility Criteria
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently revisited specific eligibility guidelines for blood donors. To stay abreast of the latest prerequisites or book an appointment, kindly peruse through ncbb.org or dial 402-486-9414.