While some affirm the health benefits of caffeine, like improving insulin sensitivity and blood sugar, research is mixed on whether it’s detrimental for people with diabetes. Caffeine has been shown to offer a handful of health benefits, including potentially reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. But for those who already live with diabetes, […]
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – The Montgomery Bicycle Club will host a memorial blood drive on Friday in memory of Peter Dudle. Dudle died after he was injured while riding his bike in Prattville in September. Dudle’s family believes this blood drive is a way to save lives and continue to honor his life and legacy. […]
#inform-video-player-1 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } #inform-video-player-2 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } A Carter BloodCare “Pints for Polio” blood drive will be held 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24 at the Bush Board Room, located at 2000 South Palestine St. The blood drive is a two for one service, […]
The New York Times is being accused of “modern-day blood libel” by one of its former journalists after the Gray Lady botched its coverage of an explosion at a Gaza hospital by falsely attributing it to Israel. Alison Leigh Cowan, a reporter and deputy business editor who spent 27 years at the Times, penned a […]
Low hemoglobin is the #1 deferral reason Low hemoglobin or hematocrit has sometimes been referred to as “low iron” although this term is not entirely accurate. The most common cause for low hematocrit is iron deficiency, but there are other causes. Iron deficiency can cause fatigue, weakness and even anemia. To ensure the well-being of […]
Type A personality? Some blood transfusion recipients have reported changes in their mood, behavior and even memories after undergoing the procedure. Researchers from the University of Geneva noted that six of seven study participants “acknowledged the possibility that transfusions might induce changes in behavior or values.” “Three patients acknowledged that their transfusion might have changed […]
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The American Red Cross of Southern Nevada has partnered with Mandalay Bay’s Shark Reef Aquarium to host a blood drive. According to a release, the blood drive will be held on Friday, Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mandalay Bay North Convention Center. “As we approach the […]
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards urged prayer and blood donations to help treat the wounded after hundreds of cars smashed together amid dense fog and smoke on Interstate 55 north of New Orleans Monday. “Please join me and Donna in praying for those hurt and killed in today’s tragic I-55 crash, as well as their […]
A total of 90 units of blood were collected at two LifeServe Blood Center blood drives in Storm Lake this month. The blood drives were hosted to support the Buena Vista Regional Medical Center and over 130 other hospitals served by LifeServe. The amount of blood collected has the ability to save up to 270 […]
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – Every unit of blood can save up to three lives. That’s why 23 WIFR is teaming up with the Rock River Valley Blood Center for its 14th annual “Vein Drain” Blood Drive. Participants can give blood Friday, Oct. 27, with RRVBC at 418 N. Longwood St. or 3065 N. Perryville Rd […]