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A marathon donor, Kevin Petty made his first blood donation in 1980, going on to reach the 250 mark, having switched to platelets. In September 2022, Kevin went to donate but was told his red blood cell count was low.
What makes O negative universal?
O negative donors are often said to be ‘universal’, meaning that their blood can be given to anyone safely in an emergency. That’s why air ambulances carry it on board.
“If he caught anything, it could have been fatal”
Jensen Shettler needs medicine made from donated plasma for a disorder that the NHS estimates affects 1 in a million men and boys.
"Thanks for saving his life"
Jensen Shettler needs medicine made from donated plasma for a disorder that the NHS estimates affects 1 in a million men and boys.
“I’m so grateful for this miracle cure”
“I woke up one day and my vision was blurry,” says Neil. “It was like looking through a cloud and I couldn’t open my eyes. Initially, medics thought it was conjunctivitis, but the symptoms continued for months.”
Left in no doubt
Nine out of ten families agree to support organ donation when they know what their loved one wanted. Hollie Trezise was left in no doubt what her husband, Seb, wanted to happen.
Rule changes, coughs, colds, and Christmas
Winter is coming! Coughs, colds and (whisper it) Christmas are on their way, but the need for blood, plasma and platelets never stops. So, find out out what you need to know to help you carry on donating through the dark depths of winter.
Why is my type in demand?
Why A negative, A positive and AB negative platelet donors are always needed.
“It just helps people, doesn’t it?”
John Glenn donated for nearly 50 years and achieved 1,875 donation credits from donating blood, platelets and plasma.
“Donating makes me feel proud”
Platelet donor Josh King is aiming for 100 credits. Currently at 34 credits, he shares how his donation journey began...