Blood donation racket busted Aug 19, 2008
Imphal, Aug. 18: The Democratic Students Alliance of Manipur claimed to have busted a blood donation racket in Manipurs Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital, parading four professional blood donors, an agent and six officials of the hospitals blood bank before mediapersons today. The donors were identified as Abdul Hussain, Phundreimayum Eji, Mayangmaayum Thambalngou and Wangmayum Nasir and the agent as Md Achouba. (Calcutta Telegraph)
Miss Nebraska 'having a blast' Aug 10, 2008
The "job" (community service) she chose is promoting blood donation. Bergquist said she didn't realize until getting involved in the Miss America program how many people take blood donation for granted and don't take the time to donate. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Shallow pockets, large hearts Aug 10, 2008
Besides visiting hospitals regularly for this, he helps people get over inhibitions related to blood donation by educating them on the fact that donating blood frequently is not injurious to health. Well, he should know. (India Times, India)
Donate blood in Jasper County Aug 9, 2008
Why not schedule a blood donation appointment. The blood supply typically teeters at low levels during the summer months due to travel schedules and the closure of high schools and colleges the source of 14 percent of blood donations in this region ... For more information or to schedule your blood donation appointment, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Guns & Hoses topples blood donation record Aug 9, 2008
Guns topples blood donation record. Friday, August 8, 2008 3:10 PM CDT. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Sooners hope bone marrow screenings will help Aug 7, 2008
Rooms said a syringe is used to harvest the marrow from a donor's hips or back in an approximately hourlong procedure under general anesthesia, while the blood donation takes longer but uses needles in each arm. She said the donor usually has some "mild discomfort.". (ESPN -- College Football News)
Photo by David Wall/Daily Journal Betty McRae, left, stands with Gary Jones of Rockingham as he finishes his blood donation Monday at Freedom Baptist Church. Aug 7, 2008
Photo by David Wall/Daily Journal Betty McRae, left, stands with Gary Jones of Rockingham as he finishes his blood donation Monday at Freedom Baptist Church. By David Wall/Richmond County Daily Journal. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Global Med buys tech company Aug 2, 2008
5 million in its stock (OTBB: GLOB) to acquire the Phoenix-based company whose website technology allows blood donation centers to catalogue and track donations. eDonor will become one of 13 software applications Global Med Technology sells to blood donation centers and hospitals. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Beijing says can provide rare blood type during Olympics Jul 31, 2008
REUTERS/Michael Buholzer. BEIJING (Reuters) - Beijing is confident it can provide sufficient supplies of rhesus negative blood -- rare in China but more common amongst Caucasians -- during next month's Olympics, a senior health official said on Thursday. (Scientific American)
In the donor chair at 16 Jul 29, 2008
On Monday, Weikamp, now 16, sat in the same grown-up chair at the blood-bank location, copying what his mother - who recently received a pin for hitting the 12-gallon mark in blood donation - has been doing all these years ... He said he again saw how important blood donations are when his father suffered a heart attack and had medical treatment that required blood. (AZCentral -- News)
Local injured soldier touched by tribute Jul 27, 2008
The American Red Cross was also present, conducting a blood donation drive. The goal of 100 blood donations was nearly met by midday. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Blood donation pays off for Casper woman Jul 24, 2008
People flocked to blood donation offices in the week following the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 ... Last week, United Blood Services rewarded Giese for her countless blood donations. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Local blood shortage across region Jul 20, 2008
Blood donation hours have been extended at the Fort Wayne Donor Center, located at 1212 E. California Road, to provide more time for blood donors to make an appointment or walk-in to donate. Donation hours are as follows. (WANE)
Public donate blood to Dormaa Ahenkro Presbyterian hospital Jul 8, 2008
The hospital's laboratory technologist, in-charge of blood donation, Mr Ben Combert, urged eligible blood donors in the municipality to endeavour to join, what he described as standby donor groups, who assist the hospital even at odd hours to respond to emergencies. Mr Combert commended the donors for their humanitarian gesture and appealed to the youth to avail themselves of such gestures. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
American Red Cross Blood Services to help fuel six residents Jun 29, 2008
He explained that 20 percent of the 100-county blood region's annual blood donations are given at Red Cross blood drives held at high schools, colleges and universities ... To schedule your blood donation appointment where available, or to find a blood drive near you, visit or call 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543). (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Gay Blood Donors Jun 29, 2008
According to the Food and Drug Administration which regulates blood donations in the U.S., a man who's had sex with another man even once since 1977 cannot donate blood ... And every blood donation is tested now. (WOKR13 Rochester)
NPP Youth Wing donates blood to Tepa District Hospital Jun 25, 2008
Tepa (Ash), June 24 GNA - Dr Issac Akumoah Boateng, the Medical Superintendent in-charge of Tepa District Hospital, has appealed to Ghanaians especially the youth to make blood donation as part of their moral duties to save lives. Speaking during a blood donation to the hospital by supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Youth Wing at Tepa, Dr Boateng observed that anaemia is one of the major health-related problems in the Ahafo-Ano North District ... Mr Fred Amfo, Chairman of the Youth... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Letter: Support lowering the age to donate blood Jun 25, 2008
First, letting more high school students donate blood will increase the number of blood donations, especially because many blood drives occur in high schools ... Further, letting young people get in the habit of blood donation early will make it more likely that they will continue to donate blood. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
More Top Stories Asia Pacific Headlines Jun 21, 2008
Bhutto's Pakistan Peoples Party has started a week-long blood donation campaign and the government has re-named Islamabad international airport after Bhutto, who was born on June 21 1953. Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani told parliament that a monument would be built at the site of Bhutto's assassination and that a main road in Rawalpindi and the hospital where she died would also be named after her. (Yahoo! Asia News)
3M Company Supports Red Cross Relief Efforts through Red Cross Racing Jun 20, 2008
"Their generous donation and continued enthusiasm for highlighting the importance of both blood donation and disaster relief throughout this racing season is extraordinary." The Red Cross will be present at the New Hampshire and Chicago races with an exhibit featuring Red Cross Racing ... This program is off to a strong start as nearly 6,600 race fans have registered and reported nearly 1,500 blood donations, including one from Greg Biffle himself ... com to schedule a blood donation appointment... (PR Newswire)
About 0.5 per cent Africans donate blood annually Jun 20, 2008
In Ghana, about 50 per cent of all blood donations come from voluntary donors as against 50 per cent replacement or family donations. Mr Peter Boateng, Official of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), Blood Bank, announced this during a lecture on blood donation to mark World Blood Donors' Day on Thursday in Kumasi ... It was under the theme "Give Blood Regularly to Help the National Blood Donation Programmes to Ensure a Reserve of Stable Voluntary Non-Remunerated Donors." Mr Boateng said many... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
BloodCenter hopes drive inspires more people to donate Jun 18, 2008
Summertime is a slow time for blood donation, said Shari Vanderbush, branch operations supervisor with the BloodCenter of Wisconsin. The BloodCenter of Wisconsin is trying to change that with a two-day blood drive that started Tuesday and continues until 5 p.m. today. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Miss Columbus contest drops national affiliation Jun 17, 2008
Her platform is the importance of blood donation in the community. - Jennifer Fisher, daughter of Bill and Elaine Fisher, will be performing a dance to the title of Nantes. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Church donates blood to KATH blood bank Jun 17, 2008
Reverend Ralph Obeng, leader of the organizing team and Principal Pharmacist of KATH told Ghana News Agency (GNA) that voluntary blood donation had no side effects and that the body had a way of replenishing blood lost after a short time. He encouraged Christians to be positive-minded towards such exercise since they were obliged to save lives like Jesus Christ did for humanity. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Blood donation race sweeps Bathinda Jun 15, 2008
The father, Hazari Lal Bansal, was so affected by the incident that he started a blood donation movement of sorts in the town ... They not only organize blood donation camps and hygienically storage of the blood, but mobilize people to participate in other activities such as helping in the last rites of unclaimed bodies and taking care of AIDS patients and abandoned girl children ... In fact, blood donation has become so much a part of their lives that it has even entered the marriage arena. (India Times, India)
Frequent blood donation safe Jun 15, 2008
And he has now taken on the task of propagating the benefits of frequent voluntary blood donation ... Experts say a serious shortage of people like Kamdas in India is the cause behind the country's abysmally low voluntary blood donation rate. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
American Red Cross blood drives locations for June Jun 12, 2008
The blood donation process takes about one hour and includes four steps: Registration, mini-physical and health history, collection and refreshments. Those interested can call (800) 448-3543, or 269-8444 for Bay Area Hospital, to schedule a donation appointment. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
From a discussion thread to a fund drive Jun 7, 2008
Expats in Shanghai showed their kind hearts as they initiated fundraising and blood donation campaigns for victims of the Sichuan earthquake. "/> lect> Web search enhanced by News > > Saturday June 7, 2008 From a discussion thread to a fund drive SHANGHAI BUND BY CHOW HOW BANExpats in Shanghai showed their kind hearts as they initiated fundraising and blood donation campaigns for victims of the Sichuan earthquake. IT ALL started from a discussion on buildings in Shanghai swaying on May 12. Now... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
From News Services Jun 2, 2008
With the start of the summer vacation, we ask people to place blood donation on their list of things to do in making their summer plans ... According to Dianne Bordelon, LifeShare's Product Management Coordinator, the shortage occurred as a result of increased patient needs and decreased blood donations. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
Teen Blood Donors Have Higher Risk Of Donation-related Complications May 22, 2008
5 percent of annual donations, whereas blood donation by older individuals declined, according to background information in the article ... D., of the American Red Cross, Washington, D.C., and colleagues evaluated adverse reactions to blood donation by 16- and 17-year-olds compared with older donors ... Data were from nine American Red Cross blood centers that routinely collect blood donations from 16- and 17-year-olds, a population that provides approximately 80 percent of its donations at high... (Science Daily)
Teens More Likely To Suffer Blood Donation Complications May 22, 2008
Staph Infection Information Resources. Hospital Information Resources. (KWTX.com, TX)
More side effects for teen blood donors May 21, 2008
Blood donation has declined in recent years, particularly among some older age groups, and the American Red Cross, which conducted the study, has supported efforts to allow more high school students to donate ... "We want donors to know what to expect and we want them to have a good experience,'' Eder said.Lightheadedness, sweating and small needle-related bruises were the most common problems. More serious complications were mostly caused by fainting concussions, cuts and one broken jaw ... (MSNBC -- Health)
Rules may be eased for hepatitis blood donation May 21, 2008
WASHINGTON - U.S. health officials are seeking to relax blood donation rules for some people who initially tested positive for hepatitis B, which could clear hundreds of thousands of new donors, according to documents released on Tuesday. People whose blood showed signs of the liver-swelling virus after repeated tests are currently banned from ever donating blood, even if medical tests later showed they were not infected. (MSNBC -- Health)
Teens more often experience blood-donation complications May 21, 2008
Blood donation has declined in recent years, particularly among some older age groups, and the American Red Cross, which conducted the study, has supported efforts to allow more high school students to donate ... Almost 15% of annual blood donations nationwide come from donors aged 16 to 19. (USA Today -- News)
Foreign corporate post-earthquake aid eases Chinese nationalist anger May 20, 2008
Where angry protesters not long ago were denouncing not only the company but also France, a mobile blood donation station now stands on the curbside. "This kind of thing definitely generates good feelings," said one of the workers staffing the station, referring to a water cooler from McDonald's next to his desk that he said the company had given. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
'Still alive...'Eyewitness updates - Chinese write online about the quake May 17, 2008
The is devoted to earthquake-related discussion and news appeals to readers to give blood, and lists locations for blood donation. The website is also listing all the latest updates on the earthquake in a and has a guide to donating for the earthquake. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Eyewitnesses' fear and shock May 14, 2008
Queues started to build up in front of the blood donation centres. Some people used very simple words to express themselves: 'Since we don't have a lot of money to give, we can at least donate our blood to help others. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
The new season brings need for new blood donors May 10, 2008
Upcoming blood donation opportunities include. - Monday, May 12 - 9 a.m. to noon at Conductix, 1417 Industrial Parkway in Harlan. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Saving Nature's Miracle Substance May 4, 2008
He will never know who saved his life with a cord blood donation. "Whatever I go into, I know I want to make a difference in other people's lives because they've made a difference in mine," he said. (ABC News)
Where to Find Information About Donating Cord Blood May 4, 2008
ABC News: Cord Blood Donation Resources ... Cord Blood Donation Resources. (ABC News)
Docs likely to call off stir today Apr 20, 2008
NAGPUR: The deadlock between the striking resident doctors and the state government finally appears to be coming to a end. Although the residents have made no formal announcement regarding calling off the strike, their meeting with Medical Education Minister Dilip Walse Patil on Saturday in Pune indicated that a positive solution was in the offing. (Times of India)
The changing image of 66th Artillery Regiment Apr 19, 2008
A potable water project for Kpenoe, near the Barracks; blood donation; cleanup exercises at the Municipal Hospital in Ho are among activities planned to highlight the anniversary. Already the chiefs and people of Kpenoe are rejoicing over the ability of their green uniformed neighbours to stop the illegal sand winning there. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Soldiers help community fight guinea worm Apr 18, 2008
The soldiers have embarked on various civic actions, including blood donation, clean ups and communal labours as part of the celebration of the Regiment's 42nd Anniversary. Source:GNA. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Supermodel Naomi Campbell's blood is not welcome in Brazil Apr 17, 2008
Campbell was turned away from a blood donation drive in Rio de Janeiro because she had surgery to remove a cyst earlier this year. Doctors said donors in Brazil must wait six months after having an operation before they become eligible to donate. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Naomi Campbell not allowed to donate blood in Brazil Apr 16, 2008
But the model managed to participate in a public campaign aimed at stimulating blood donation in Rio de Janeiro city, where patients infected with the dengue fever have been needing platelet transfusions to counter the effects of the disease. Wearing the campaign's T-shirt, Campbell went to Rio's hematology institute. (Xinhuanet, China)
Protecting A Life-saving Blood Product From Human Form Of Mad Cow Disease Apr 13, 2008
As a result, blood donation centers in the U.S. have imposed restrictions on blood donations from individuals who have lived in Europe for at least five years, particularly in the UK, where most vCJD cases have occurred. Funding for the development was provided by ProMetic Life Sciences, The American Red Cross, and MacoPharma, which are partners in the project. (Science Daily)
Two cops remanded for alleged rape Apr 2, 2008
" He said this after attending a blood donation programme at the Police Training College in Jalan Semarak on Wednesday. The IGP was among the 2,000 donors in the blood donation programme held in conjunction with the 201 Police Day celebrations. "We do not condone such acts and whatever they did was as individuals not as policemen. We always warn our men about this and as usual we will do what is necessary," Musa said when asked if he was upset with his men. He said police are still waiting for... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Blood donors honored at annual BAP banquet Apr 1, 2008
Donors who reached milestone levels of blood donations during the past year were on hand to be recognized and receive gifts of appreciation ... Bedenbaugh encourages others in the community to donate blood and reminds them that one day, they might be the one who needs a blood donation themselves ... The keynote speaker, retired South Carolina State University Head Football Coach Willie Jeffries, entertained the crowd and encouraged volunteers to continue supporting their communities through... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Marrow donors sought during drive Mar 28, 2008
Dini noted many service members and family members need transplants or have donated marrow, and military members have traditionally been very generous in whole blood donation. The Marrow Donor Center registers individuals for the national registry, and plays a big role in matching donors and patients for marrow transplants. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
New law would add pool of people for blood donation Mar 28, 2008
Redwood Falls Gazette - News. Friday, March 28, 2008. (Redwood Falls Gazette, MN)
'Old blood' may be risky after surgery Mar 20, 2008
A bag of blood donation hangs for a transfusion at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington D.C. in 1998. Recent reasearch questions the benefits of transfusions for surgical patients. (USA Today)
Red Cross schedules blood drives Mar 19, 2008
The blood donation process takes about one hour and includes four steps: registration, mini-physical and health history, collection and refreshments. Those interested can call (800) 448-3543, or 439-3685 in Powers, 751-4426 for BLM and (541) 247-6749 in Gold Beach, to schedule a donation appointment. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Illicit India 'blood farm' raided Mar 19, 2008
Indian police say they have found 17 weakened people in a raid on a house believed to be at the centre of an illicit blood donation scheme. Syringes and blood bags were also found at the farm in Uttar Pradesh state. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Local blood banks like lower age Mar 18, 2008
The law will make Minnesota the 15th state to permit 16-year-old blood donation ... The sad thing is, as the older folks become ineligible for blood donation, the same number of number folks are not replacing them. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Facebook helps promote blood donation Mar 15, 2008
Published: March 10, 2008. Facebook, the vast and expanding social-networking Web site, is about to confront users with a serious new question: What's your blood type. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Dancing for Organ Donors Mar 9, 2008
All of the donations go to Earth Angels, a non-profit group dedicated to organ, tissue and blood donation. Click here for recent web links from The Channel 3 News. (WCAX.com, VT)
New questionnaire shortens time it takes to donate blood Feb 27, 2008
"This new questionnaire helps to assure the safety and integrity of the blood supply while making blood donation faster and more convenient for donors.". To expedite things further Smith recommends that donors bring a list of travel and medications with them. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Red Cross and Wilmington team up to boost blood supply Feb 19, 2008
The hours for blood donation are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ... Every blood donation is an opportunity to help an accident victim, a surgical patient, or a child battling leukemia, to name a few. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Medical care has healthy heartbeat in Bay Area Feb 19, 2008
The center had been offering radiation since February 2007, but in July it expanded its services to include medical oncology, chemotherapy, diagnostic testing, laboratory services, a pharmacy for patients and a blood donation center. M.D. Anderson and Christus St. John plan to work together to offer Bay Area cancer patients access to psychosocial and clinical support services, as well as educational resources for the community, including cancer prevention information, seminars and support... (The Citizen - online, TX)
NASCAR driver behind cord blood donation campaign Feb 19, 2008
Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson is the spokesman for a new campaign aimed at increasing public awareness about cord blood donation ... Johnson joins other sports celebrities -- NBA hall of famer Julius "Dr. J" Erving, NASCAR drivers Rusty Wallace and Michael Waltrip and third baseman Alex Rodriguez -- in attempting to increase awareness of cord blood donation. (Orlando Business Journal)
Lifeblood Says Laptops With Info Missing Feb 14, 2008
Lifeblood says the information on the laptops includes your name, last address provided, date of birth, gender, and date of last blood donation or attempted blood donation, "If you provided the following information, it may also be included: social security number, driver's license information, marital status, ethnic background, email, and phone numbers. If you actually made a blood donation in the past, your blood type and cholesterol result may be included in the information." ... The personal... (WREG.com, TN)
* Foundation reports blood supplies still short after holiday Feb 13, 2008
As of the 11th of the month, blood donation centers across the country reported a total of 29,193 units of blood in stock. Each unit contains 250ml of blood. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Saturn Celebrates 11 Years of Helping Save Lives Through Blood, Marrow, Organ and Tissue Donation Feb 10, 2008
-- Blood donation - Each day, approximately 39,000 units of blood are needed to save the lives of thousands of Americans. Every pint of donated blood is separated into its components and distributed to hospitals to help save the lives of up to three patients. (PR Newswire)
'Act of faith'Religious leaders urge ethnic minorities to give blood Feb 10, 2008
He said blood donations like Vijay's were vital to ensure people in need get the best possible match ... " Cultural differences have been cited as a possible reason why donation rates are so low among the ethnic communities. However, Mr Asghar said donations did take place in the countries from where the UK's ethnic communities originated. He said a simple lack of awareness of the issue was likely to be more a problem. There was also some evidence that people from ethnic communities wrongly... (BBC News -- UK)
Physiotherapy has its application in all medical fields, says Ali ... Feb 8, 2008
A blood donation camp also was organised by the Association as part of the ongoing Physio Week-08 at the Wenlock Hospital. Superintendent of Police N Satheesh Kumar inaugurated the programme. (Newindpress)
