Although all blood types are needed,
those with O Negative type blood are especially encouraged to donate.
Blood donors give more than a quarter-of-a-million units of blood annually to provide a safe and adequate blood supply.
People who feel well and can do normal day-to-day activities can probably donate.
People can give blood every 56 days.
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Our dedicated platelet donors talk about what it’s like to take it further, giving platelets for cancer patients and those with life-threatening blood diseases.
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Media Releases
WEATHER ALERT: Severe weather impacts blood supply
May 21, 2019 - Devastating flooding, tornadoes and canceled blood drives across our region have severely impacted Texas Blood Institute’s supply of lifesaving blood. Blood donors are needed urgently to help rebuild the...// Read More
Alert: Emergency Blood Shortage; Donors Urgently Needed
March 11, 2019 – Texas Blood Institute is experiencing an emergency blood shortage and is issuing an urgent call for donors of all blood types.
Several days of winter weather, blood drive cancellations, and widespread illness,...// Read More
Summer Vibes & Saving Lives
Help save the lives of local patients by donating blood this summer!
May 1 through June 30, Texas Blood Institute donors will receive a trendy “Summer Vibes” t-shirt and a voucher for free admission to their choice of...// Read More