In addition to our donor centers, many blood drives are held in convenient locations and sponsored by local businesses or organizations.
Those with O Negative blood make up nine percent of the national population;
O Negative blood can be used in emergencies when a patient’s blood type has not been identified.
One in three people will need blood products during a lifetime.
Of those eligible to donate in the U.S., less than ten percent actually donate each year.
Life Saving Stories
Unlikely Recipient Grateful for Donors
Kimberly McIntosh has always been healthy. So, last May when struck by a bout of fatigue, she just assumed she was battling the flu. “No matter how much I rested, I couldn’t catch up on my sleep,” said Kimberly.
As an art instructor at Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, AR, with the school year nearing an end, Kimberly needed to avoid missing work if at all possible, so she didn’t see her physician. Her exhaustion continued for about a week before her health took a turn for the worse.
At school one day, Kimberly began sweating and felt as though she was going to pass out. Her boss sent her home, and she went straight to bed thinking she could regain her strength through rest. However, after getting up later that day, she passed out. Her daughter immediately called...// Read More
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ABI – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
April 23, 2012 - Arkansas Blood Institute (ABI) is actively seeking volunteers. Opportunities for camaraderie, community service and skill development exist in offices, donor centers and at mobile blood drives. Flexible times and...// Read More
Spring Is A Great Time To Give
March 1, 2012 ─ Arkansas Blood Institute (ABI) encourages all healthy adults, 16 and older*, to donate blood during March to save the lives of those in our community hospitals. All blood donors will receive an insulated travel...// Read More
‘Share the love’ this February
February 1, 2012 ─ ‘Share the love’ this February by donating blood with Arkansas Blood Institute ABI. All donors in February will receive an ABI ice scraper, free health screenings and Donor Rewards Points.
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