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Delmarva Residents Urged to Donate Blood to Help Sickle Cell Patients

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 3:06 PM

DEL MARVA — For many people living with sickle cell disease, each blood transfusion is a chance to avoid severe pain and prevent life-threatening complications. Local residents have two opportunities this September to make a direct impact on the lives of these… The post Delmarva Residents Urged to Donate Blood to Help Sickle Cell Patients appeared first on TV Delmarva Channel 33.

DEL MARVA — For many people living with sickle cell disease, each blood transfusion is a chance to avoid severe pain and prevent life-threatening complications. Local residents have two opportunities this September to make a direct impact on the lives of these patients through community blood drives.
Sickle cell disease is a genetic condition that changes the shape of red blood cells. The misshapen cells can block blood flow, causing intense pain, organ damage, and other serious health problems. Regular transfusions of compatible blood are often the only way for patients to manage the disease and reduce the risk of strokes. Finding a compatible blood match can be difficult.
Donations from people with similar genetic backgrounds are more likely to help patients, making community involvement essential. Organizers say the events are an opportunity for residents to directly support neighbors living with sickle cell disease and help save lives. The Blood Bank of Delmarva and the Eastern Shore of Maryland Sickle Cell Association are hosting two blood drives this month: Princess Anne Fire Hall on Monday, September 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and then at the Pocomoke Fire Station on Monday, September 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointments are available on the Blood Bank of Delmarva website or by phone. To sign up for this blood drive, click the links above or call 1-888-8-BLOOD-8. To view current eligibility guidelines, visit delmarvablood.org.

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