January is a month of renewal, reflection, and fresh beginnings. It’s also the time to raise awareness about a critical need in our communities—blood donation. National Blood Donor Month, established in 1970, serves as a reminder of the importance of donating blood and encourages eligible individuals to step forward and contribute this invaluable resource.

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. It is essential for surgeries, cancer treatments, trauma care, and medical procedures for patients with chronic illnesses. Yet, despite this overwhelming demand, the supply of blood often falls short. This is especially true during winter months, when people are busy with travel and festivities of the holiday season. This is why it’s so important to bring attention to blood donation this time of year.

Why You Should Donate

  • It Save Lives: One donation can save up to three lives. Your contribution can make a significant impact on the lives of individuals battling serious health conditions.
  • It’s Safe: Donating blood is a safe and straightforward process. Blood banks follow stringent protocols to ensure the health and safety of donors and recipients. Plus, it takes only about an hour of your day to make a blood donation.
  • Community Contribution: Support your local community, give hope to patients and their families, and be part of something bigger than yourself!
  • Health Benefits: Get a mini-physical: when you donate, your vitals including temperature, pulse and blood pressure are taken, and hemoglobin levels are checked.

How to Get Involved

Sign up for a blood drive at Primary Care Partners! We are proud to host Vitalant, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, to make it convenient and easy for our patients to donate life-saving blood throughout the year.

Our next blood drive with Vitalant takes place Tuesday, January 21st from 9:30am-1:30pm at our 3150 N 12th Street location. Just look for the Vitalant bus parked outside the Primary Care Partners office! Sign up for your donation appointment here.

If you missed one of our blood drives, please check the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies page here for the closest blood drive or blood donation center near you.

As we embark on this New Year, let’s commit to saving lives by donating blood. National Blood Donor Month is not just a time for awareness; it’s a call to action. Whether you donate once or become a regular contributor, every drop counts. Your willingness to help could mean the world to someone in need. So, roll up your sleeves and make a promise to give the gift of life—not just this January, but throughout the year.