Celebrating the Lifesaving Power of Blood Donation

National Blood Donation Day, celebrated every year on September 4th, is a day to highlight the need for blood and honor the incredible impact of blood donations in saving lives.

The Vital Role of Blood Transfusions in Healthcare

Blood transfusion remains one of the most common hospital procedures, with patients requiring a blood transfusion every two seconds. More than 42,000 units of red blood cells, platelets, and plasma are used by patients every day. These blood transfusions are needed to treat patients with acute care needs such as trauma and blood loss during childbirth, as well as for disease management for patients with a variety of health conditions, including cancer, inherited blood disorders, cardiovascular and orthopedic surgeries, and organ and bone marrow transplants.

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Our Advocacy Work

ABC is championing policies that promote equitable access to blood products while growing and diversifying the blood donor base to ensure patient needs are met.

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Discover the Reality of Blood Donation in America

Download the definitive guide to U.S. blood donation and public messaging, where you can explore over 40 verified statistics that offer crucial insights into America's blood supply and its donors. This guide is designed to provide the latest look at the state of blood donations, utilizing data from rigorously researched sources and expert input.

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Journey of Blood

The Journey of Blood

Learn how community blood centers engage with communities and donors to ensure a safe and diverse blood supply for transfusions to help patients, including for cancer treatments.

Safety of the Blood Supply

Safety of the Blood Supply

Learn why ensuring the safety of the nation’s blood supply is the top priority for America’s Blood Centers and the entire blood community.

 

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Trends Impacting the Blood Supply

Learn about current trends impacting the nation’s blood supply, as well as ABC’s efforts working with the Administration, Congress, and industry stakeholders to promote the value of blood and strengthen and diversify our nation’s donor base.

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More from Our Partners

America's Blood Centers partners with a diverse range of national organizations to strengthen the nation's blood supply and support the work of ABC members.

Below are resources from some of our key partners to help support your efforts during this critical month.

Be a Social Advocate

With your help, we can reach more potential donors and ensure there’s blood on the shelf when it’s needed the most. Spread the word online today using these resources provided by ADRP: The Association of Blood Donor Professionals.

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Take Action

Are you passionate about ensuring a strong and reliable blood supply for all those in need? Take a moment to make your voice heard by using our user-friendly platform to reach out to your Members of Congress. Your advocacy can make a real difference in supporting America's blood supply as a national priority.

There is an immediate need for lawmakers to make supporting the blood supply a national priority. While the majority of independent, community-based blood centers are currently able to meet patient needs, every two seconds in the U.S., someone needs blood. With only three percent of Americans donating blood each year, we need to grow and diversify America’s donor base to ensure blood products are available for all those who depend on it.

Let's work together to amplify our impact and drive positive change. Get started now—your advocacy matters!