Winter Weather Disruptions Create Urgent Need for Blood and Platelet Donations Recent winter weather across our region has significantly impacted blood and platelet collections, putting a serious strain on LifeShare Blood Center’s inventory. Temporary donor center...

Why Blood Donations Are Critically Needed During Winter and the Holidays When winter arrives, routines change, and the season of giving begins. Unfortunately, one essential gift often becomes harder to find during this time of year: blood donations. Every winter,...

How Blood and Platelet Donations Help Patients Fighting Cancer Every October, communities across the country come together to raise awareness for those battling cancer. At LifeShare Blood Center, we see firsthand how the generosity of blood and platelet donors...

Dreaming of a career in healthcare that’s impactful, hands‑on, and fast‑track? LifeShare Phlebotomy School—a program offered by LifeShare Blood Center—is an excellent place to start. Based in Shreveport, Louisiana, LifeShare delivers neighborhood-focused phlebotomy...

The Vital Role of High School Blood Donors As summer winds down and the school year gets back in full swing, high school students across our region are preparing for more than just classes, football games, and homecoming dances—they’re preparing to save lives. At...