Join us this week in honoring Vitalant's medical lab professionals who play a vital role in supporting patients relying on transfusions. We're grateful for their commitment to our mission. #Lab4Life

We extend our gratitude to UNLV President, Keith Whitfield, for donating blood for the 2nd time at UNLV. Thank you Alpha Epsilon Delta members- you have saved 4,782+ lives at 150 blood drives! Visit bloodhero.com & enter code "UNLV" to donate at the next drive.

Every 15 seconds, someone in the US needs platelets. Because platelets are so perishable, they can only be stored at room temperature, and for only up to 5 days. Ensure platelets are available when patients need them. Schedule your appointment at vitalant.org/platelets

Diagnosed with food poisoning, Natasha was one of the very few where this led to liver failure, requiring a liver transplant. She received blood before, during and after her transplant. Support organ transplant patients by donating blood: vitalant.org #DonateLife

The COVID-19 vaccination doesn't prevent you from donating blood. If you've recently received the vaccine or are planning to soon, schedule a donation to help patients in need. We need donors of all blood types with a critical need for type O. Sign up: vitalant.org

Vitalant donors know one small deed can change the world. This #EarthDay, do your part: recycle plastic, conserve water or plant a tree. Like blood donation, you can impact the bigger picture. While saving the earth, save the life of a patient in need: vitalant.org

If you want to know if you're as healthy as you feel, blood donation is a great way to learn more about your health -- all while helping others! All blood types are currently needed, with a critical need for type O. Schedule your next donation now: vitalant.org

As Medical Laboratory Professionals Week draws to a close, we want to recognize all our laboratory teams for their constant support of our mission. Thank you for being amazing! #Lab4Life

Happy Sunday! It's a great day to prepare for the week ahead. Want to start your week off right? As you make your plans, don't forget to schedule your next donation. We need donors of all blood types with a critical need for type O. Sign-up: vitalant.org

Studies show that acts of kindness may induce happiness. That means side effects of your blood donation could include increased happiness and better mental health. Schedule your next appointment and get the warm and fuzzy feeling of helping others: vitalant.org

Vitalant needs to collect as many as 5,500 blood donations every day to meet patient needs. You can help by hosting a blood drive. Join a team of passionate volunteers to ensure a steady blood supply for patients. Learn more and sign up: vit.ink/HostADrive

The simple, lifesaving act of blood donation can transform patients’ lives. All blood types are currently needed, especially type O. From May 1 – May 25 all donors will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card (via email)! Learn more: vitalant.org

Shortly after delivering a baby girl, Emily was wheeled into surgery for repair of an arterial bleed that required 32 blood components (3x the average blood volume). Because of blood donors, Emily was able to be a mother and keep her family whole. Donate: vitalant.org

You can give good health while keeping a close eye on your own. Donate blood and receive a free mini-physical, including cholesterol, pulse, and blood pressure checks. It's just another of the many benefits of blood donation. Schedule your next donation: vitalant.org

Izzy is a 6 year old pediatric patient in Las Vegas. She has received 36 platelet transfusions, 36 blood transfusions & 2 plasma transfusions. THANK YOU to our donors that save lives of pediatric patients. Visit vitalant.org to become a lifesaving platelet donor today.

May is #HighBloodPressureEducationMonth: Many people don't even know they have high blood pressure! Each time you donate blood, we take your BP as part of the process. Become a regular donor to stay in-the-know about your health & help patients in need: vitalant.org

Good news! You can still give blood after receiving a #COVID19 vaccine! If you've recently received the vaccine or are planning to soon, join us in supporting patients relying on transfusions and #giveblood: vitalant.org

Moms. They are our fiercest protectors, most loving caretakers and our greatest supporters. This Mother's May (because they deserve more than just one day) let's honor our heroes with a heroic act of our own. #GiveBlood in honor of your mom at vitalant.org

Accidents happen, and there's no way to predict when or where. Thankfully, your blood donation can help ensure hospitals are prepared to treat patients when they arrive. Schedule an appointment to give this May, during #TraumaAwarenessMonth. Sign up now: vitalant.org

NEW ACCOUNT: We’re moving to a new Twitter account and will be closing this account on May 30. Come continue transforming lives with us through blood donation on Vitalant - Nevada!