More Blood Donors Needed to Help Sickle Cell Patients
CAMERON — Blood donors are needed every day to support patients undergoing medical treatments, including those living with sickle cell disease. During Sickle Cell Awareness Month in September, nonprofit blood provider Vitalant is highlighting the need for donors to help meet the needs of patients who require blood transfusions. People living with sickle cell disease often need transfusions throughout their lifetimes to manage symptoms. Frequent transfusions can cause patients to develop antibodies and, as a result, they may need more closely matched blood than the basic blood groups ...
