Nebraska Community Blood Bank Raising Awareness for World Blood Donor Day

On June 14, countries from around the world will recognize World Blood Donor Day to celebrate and thank blood donors and to raise awareness of the ongoing need for blood. Every year, the lives of millions are affected by emergencies and the immediate need for blood 1 in 3 people will need blood in their lifetime. What can you do to help?

Don’t wait for a tragedy to happen to donate blood. Depending on the severity of an accident, a single trauma patient may use many units of blood. During the summer months, the need for blood is greater as people donate less frequently. Blood donors are less available as schools are closed or families are on vacation.

Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB.ORG) partners with hospitals throughout Southeast Nebraska to maintain a stable supply of life-saving blood every day of the year. Each time you donate, you are making an impact in the lives of the people in our community.

All blood types are needed. The rarest blood type is the one that’s not on the shelf when a patient is in need. Healthy adults at least 17 years of age are encouraged to donate.

For more information, call 1-877-486-9414 or visit NCBB.ORG. Connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter (@NCBBLincoln).