As January marks National Blood Donor Month, Vitalant and many organizers are urging community members to start the new year with a lifesaving resolution: donate blood. The winter season often strains blood supplies due to illnesses and busy schedules, yet patients undergoing surgeries, cancer treatments, and emergency care depend on a ready supply of blood every day.
While all blood types are needed, type O is in high demand because it is frequently used in emergencies. Regular donations are critical: eligible donors can give whole blood up to six times a year, though many donate only once annually.
This month, Vitalant’s “Thrive in ’25” Giveaway offers incentive. Donors who give blood between January 8 and 31 will be automatically entered for a chance to win one of three $10,000 gift cards. Recent FDA changes may allow those previously deferred to donate; updated eligibility information is available at vitalant.org/eligibility.
In Reagan County, the National Donor Month Blood Drive will take place Thursday, January 16, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Reagan Hospital District, 1300 North Main, Bloodmobile. Donors will be entered into the giveaway, and appointments are encouraged to reduce wait times.
For more details or to schedule an appointment, call or text Kaitlin at 325-939-9826, call 877-258-4825, download the Vitalant app, or visit vitalant.org.
Make a difference this January by helping ensure patients have the blood they need—because of you, life doesn’t stop.
