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Critical Shortage: Type O Blood Supply Dips to Two-Year Low
Nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant is facing a critical shortage of type O blood and urges all donors, especially those with type O, to make an appointment now for the days ahead. Since May, the type O blood supply has decreased and recently dropped to a two-year low. Between now and the end of July, thousands of blood donation appointments…
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30th Annual Pittsburgh Pirates Blood Drives set for June 16-18
WHEN: Tuesday, June 16, Wednesday, June 17, and Thursday, June 18, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily Best media opportunity: Tuesday, June 16, approximately 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. WHERE:Location: PNC Park, Press Conference RoomAddress: 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212Parking: Free parking is available in Red Lot 6, 200 W. General Robinson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 WHAT:The 30th annual Pittsburgh Pirates blood…
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Pittsburgh Annual 94.5 3WS Blood Drive Offers Gift Cards and Prizes
Vitalant is partnering with Pittsburgh’s official Christmas music station for the 9th annual 94.5 3WS Holiday Blood Drive, scheduled for Monday, Dec. 29, during a time when donations typically decline. Since its launch, the event has collected nearly 1,000 donations. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment and help save lives this season. Typically, fewer Vitalant donors give during…
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Blood Donors Vital to Helping Patients Through the Holiday Season
This December, nonprofit Vitalant asks all who are eligible to schedule a blood donation appointment and help save lives. Busy schedules and travel during the late December holiday weeks typically lead to the lowest donor turnout of the year, but the need for lifesaving blood remains constant and critical for patients. As an extra thank you for donating at this…
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Vitalant Offering Blood Donors a Free A1C Check in September
This September, nonprofit Vitalant is, for the first time, offering blood donors an extra check on their health while they help save and improve the lives of hospital patients. All who give blood Sept. 1-30 will receive a free hemoglobin A1C test* providing donors key health information. Diabetes Can be Detected EarlyMore than 1 in 3 adults have prediabetes, which, if…
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Final Round of Pirates Blood Drives Returns to PNC Park This August
Vitalant and the Pittsburgh Pirates wrap up their 29th annual blood drive series this August with events at PNC Park and locations across western Pennsylvania. Donors will help maintain a steady blood supply for area hospitals and receive a voucher redeemable for two tickets to a Pirates home game (Sunday through Thursday) during the 2025 season. * Donors of all…
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Vitalant and the Pittsburgh Pirates celebrate 29 years with blood drives at PNC Park
Vitalant and the Pittsburgh Pirates will mark 29 years of partnership by hosting a three-day blood drive at PNC Park June 24-26 and additional life-saving events throughout Western Pennsylvania. All donors who give with Vitalant at a designated Pittsburgh Pirates Blood Drive location will receive a voucher redeemable for two tickets to a 2025 Pirates home game (Sunday through Thursday).*…
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Summer Lifesavers Needed: Donate Blood with Vitalant and Earn Rewards!
Blood donations typically drop by the thousands during the summer months, but nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant reminds all eligible donors that patients can’t take a break from needing lifesaving blood transfusions and they can help. During June, Vitalant is thanking donors who make time to give blood with a $10 gift card through Donor Rewards and a chance to…
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Blood Donors Urged to Spring into Action in March, Bleeding Disorder Awareness Month
Nonprofit Vitalant is shining a light on the urgent need for blood donors with a special solar eclipse-themed thank-you gift to all who answer the call. Donors who come to give March 3-16 will receive an email to claim free solar eclipse glasses and an exclusive T-shirt while supplies last ahead of the April event, plus: Donors March 3-31 will be automatically entered…
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Blood Donors Urged to Spring into Action in March,
Nonprofit Vitalant is shining a light on the urgent need for blood donors with a special solar eclipse-themed thank-you gift to all who answer the call. Donors who come to give March 3-16 will receive an email to claim free solar eclipse glasses and an exclusive T-shirt while supplies last ahead of the April event, plus: Donors March 3-31 will be automatically entered…
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