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.
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Media Releases
Alert: Emergency Blood Shortage; Donors Urgently Needed
March 11, 2019 – Arkansas Blood Institute is experiencing an emergency blood shortage and is issuing an urgent call for donors of all blood types.
Widespread illness, including a flu outbreak, blood drive cancellations, and...// Read More
Be Strong, Inspiring, Giving, Heroic. Be a Donor!
Arkansas Blood Institute needs strong, inspiring, giving, and heroic blood donors to save the lives of local patients!
February 1 through April 30, blood donors will receive their choice of inspirational t-shirt in one of three...// Read More
Arkansas Blood Institute Thanks & Recognizes Those Who Serve
November, 2018 ─ Arkansas Blood Institute invites military supporters to recognize the brave individuals who serve our country this Veterans Day by making a life-saving blood donation.
On Monday, November 12, the day our...// Read More