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Did you know pasteurized breastmilk can help preterm infants reduce medical complications? That’s where the Rogers Hixon Ontario Human Milk Bank steps in! Each year approximately 1,500 low birth weight babies are born in hospitals across Ontario, and 70 per cent of those babies don’t have access to a full supply of their mother’s own milk. Here are five important facts about donating human milk: https://bit.ly/3y9w52r

Did you know pasteurized breastmilk can help preterm infants reduce medical complications? That’s where the Rogers Hixon Ontario Human Milk Bank steps in! Each year approximately 1,500 low birth weight babies are born in hospitals across Ontario, and 70 per cent of those babies don’t have access to a full supply of their mother’s own milk. Here are five important facts about donating human milk: https://bit.ly/3y9w52r

#worldminoritydonorawarenessday National Minority Donor Awareness Day is an annual observance held on August 1st to highlight the critical need for increased organ, eye, and tissue donations from minority populations. Minorities in the United States, including African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, Asian Americans, and Native Americans, face disproportionately higher rates of chronic illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, and kidney disease - conditions that can lead to organ failure. However, these groups are underrepresented on transplant waiting lists. National Minority Donor Awareness Day aims to educate minority communities about the donation process, address cultural barriers, and encourage more individuals from diverse backgrounds to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors. By increasing the pool of minority donors, this observance strives to save and improve the lives of those awaiting life-saving transplants.

Celebrating World Blood Donor Day: A Tribute to Lifesavers I have personally seen the great influence of blood donations working as a Medical Lab Scientist. Every gift is more than simply a pint of blood; it's a lifeline, a hope lighthouse for those in great need. Today, on World Blood Donor Day, I wish to honour and sincerely thank every altruistic blood donor worldwide. The foundation of emergency treatment, surgical success, and management of chronic disease is your giving. Every drop counts and saves lives, therefore improving the quality of our planet and promoting a healthy living. Working behind the scenes, verifying and confirming the safety and suitability of every gift, I can personally speak to the critical part your donations help our healthcare system performs. To my fellow medical professionals, let keep advocating, teaching, and motivating more people to join this life-saving endeavour. Working together, we can maximise our efforts and provide a consistent, safe blood supply for any one in need. Why Donate Blood? 1. Save Lives: One gift will help to save up to three lives. 2. Health Benefit: Blood donation may help to decrease dangerous iron levels and perhaps minimise the risk of several medical disorders. 3. Community Impact: It guarantees that blood is always accessible wherever and wherever it is required, therefore strengthening our community. How You Can Help: 1. Donate Regularly: Develop the habit for blood donation. 2. Raise Awareness: Speak out to people about the value of blood donations. 3. Volunteer: assist centres for blood donations. Thank you for your great contribution, to all the quiet warriors who give blood. Your compassion permeates the life, hope, and health that you assist in. #WorldBloodDonorDay #BloodDonation #MedicalLabScience #SaveLives #GiveBlood #HealthcareHeroes #DonateBloodSaveLives

8,733 women, infants, and children were provided for by Tapestry Health's WIC office this past fiscal year. This means 8,733 women, infants, and children received diapers, breastfeeding support, school supplies, health recipes, groceries, and more from Tapestry Health. One participant reflects, "My son used to be a picky eater, but since I have been coming to WIC, I have learned how to introduce new foods, like whole grains into his diet. I feel like he is eating healthier now." Donate today and help Tapestry continue to provide these essential items: https://lnkd.in/eT_gV5jM

🌟 The Life-Saving Power of Rh(D) Prophylaxis: A Testament to the Importance of Blood Donors 🌟 Did you know that Rh(D) prophylaxis, a critical treatment for preventing hemolytic disease of the newborn, is made possible through the incredible generosity of blood donors? This life-saving injection is administered to Rh-negative pregnant women to prevent complications that can arise if their baby is Rh-positive. Without this treatment, Rh incompatibility could lead to serious health issues for both mother and child. But here’s the key: the production of Rh(D) prophylaxis relies on donations from a very special group of people—those with Rh(D)-negative blood, particularly those who carry the rare anti-D antibodies. These donors make a profound impact by providing a vital resource that helps protect future generations. To every donor out there, thank you for your selflessness and for contributing to the health and safety of countless families. Your donations are a gift of life and hope. ❤️💉 Let’s spread the word and encourage more people to donate! Every drop counts. #BloodDonation #RhDProphylaxis #BloodDonors #LifeSavingScience #MaternalHealth #GiveBloodSaveLives #HealthCareHeroes #DonateBlood #BloodDrive #MedicalInnovation #PublicHealth #HealthAwareness #CommunitySupport #LifeLine #DonateLife #Healthcare #GlobalHealth

🩸Your blood type isn’t just a number—it’s a key factor in medical emergencies. Whether you're in need of a transfusion or considering donating blood, understanding your blood type is crucial. 🩺 Some types, like O-, are universal donors, meaning they can be used by anyone, making them always in high demand. Certain blood types are also more common in specific ethnic groups. If you have a rare type or are a universal donor, consider donating today. ❤️ #BloodDonor #BloodType #Transfusions #HealthAwareness #SaveLives #TypeO- #WorldVisualized #VisualData #GlobalFacts #WorldData #DataVisualization #Charts #Statistics Source: worldatlas.com

🩸 As we commemorate #WorldBloodDonorDay, Circulants reaffirms its commitment to supporting this vital global health initiative. Let's propagate the incredible impact of blood donation in saving lives worldwide. 💪 Blood donation is crucial in healthcare, helping patients in emergencies, surgeries, and chronic illnesses. Today, let's raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and advocate for equitable access to safe blood transfusions globally. Together, we can ensure that every individual has access to safe blood when they need it most. Let's strive for a future where everyone, regardless of location or circumstance, has the opportunity to benefit from life-saving blood donations. #GiveBlood #SaveLives #WorldBloodDonorDay #Healthcare #Circulants #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #BloodDrive #CommunityHealth #BloodDonor #LifeSciences

🌍🩸 Welltopia Pharmacy is committed to supporting healthy habits, and on World Blood Donor Day, we'd like to encourage everyone to donate blood and save lives! 🩸🌍 Donating blood not only helps those in need but also offers numerous health benefits for donors, including: 1- Saves Lives: Each donation can save up to three lives. 2- Boosts Cardiovascular Health: Regular blood donations can help reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. 3- Reduces Harmful Iron Levels: It helps in maintaining healthy iron levels, reducing the risk of iron overload. 4- Burns Calories: Donating blood can burn up to 650 calories per donation. 5- Stimulates Blood Cell Production: Encourages the production of new blood cells, maintaining overall health. 6- Enhances Emotional Well-being: The act of donating can bring a sense of satisfaction and emotional fulfillment. 7- Free Health Check-up: Each donation includes a mini health screening, helping to identify potential health issues. Make a difference - Save a life! #Welltopia_Cares

Your 30minutes can actually save a life! How many of you have donated blood? if you did, how many times have you done it? When ever i ask people about this issue, most say "እንዴ ደሜ ያልቃል" or "እኔ እራሴ በቂ የለኝም እንደውም ለኔ ይሰጠኝ" or "እኔ እንጃ አስቤውም አላቅ" sadly this statements are harmful than we realize. I think almost every Doctor during intership have witness the worst cases and preventable death due to lack of blood in hospitals. I will never forget a patient of mine with heamoglobin level of 1, i remember searching for even one blood just to get him survive a day but couldn't find any. He sadly didnt make it, died at 10LT that night. I also had multiple pediatric patients (while working in periphery) whom we could only send home with heamoglobin level 3, just with syrup, hoping to prevent them from contracting hospital aquired infections. Imagine losing a Mother! Often, we only feel the urgency when a tragedy strikes close to us. But by then, it may be too late. Blood donations that are fully screened and safe to use aren’t immediately available; testing and processing can take a day or more. Your 30 minutes of every 3 month can actually save a life - a mother, a father a child, a sister or a brother. Please make donating your blood a habit!! #ethiopia #healthcare