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.
Life Saving Stories
Kamryn’s story
Kamryn Dukes is a 9-year-old who needs a marrow transplant. Blood donors keep her healthy while she waits for a match. Kamryn’s family hopes everyone who is eligible to join Be The Match will so Kamryn and others who need a transplant will find a match.
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‘Give a Little, Save a Lot’ with Blood Donation
September 1, 2016 ─ Each Texas Blood Institute (TBI) donor will receive a ‘Give a Little Save a Lot’ T-shirt this fall. “To think that we possess something that can literally save others’ lives is mind boggling,”...// Read More
TEXAS BLOOD DONORS ARE ASKED TO HELP LOUISIANA PATIENTS
Due to the recent flooding in Louisiana, the local blood center has not been able to operate in several days and has reached out to Texas Blood Institute (TBI) for support. The area is in immediate need of blood to help patients...// Read More
“Blood Donor” Challenge Launched
February 1, 2016 ─ Texas Blood Institute invites all to take the “Blood Donor Challenge” between February 1 and May 15. Blood given with Texoma’s sole blood provide saves the lives of patients in the eight hospitals...// Read More