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...

Why is Summer is a Critical Time to Donate Blood? Let’s Dive In! Summer is a season of sun, travel, and celebration—but behind the scenes, it’s also one of the most challenging times of the year for the nation’s blood supply. While most people are planning...