Last year, Tracy Fox’s connection to the American Red Cross came full circle. As a 15-year-old growing up in Indiana, Tracy first formed a relationship with the Red Cross as she trained to become a lifeguard. In 2011, she became a Red Cross employee, and has held a variety of roles ever since. From herContinue reading “‘I’ve Come Full Circle’: Red Cross Employee Returns to Indiana to Host Blood Drive after Accident”
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Evansville Man Celebrates 90th Birthday by Donating Platelets
You’re never too old to donate blood products! Bob Duncan in Evansville is an example of helping others through donations, no matter your age. In June, Bob celebrated his 90th birthday by donating platelets. On the day of his appointment, Bob made his regular visit to the Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center onContinue reading “Evansville Man Celebrates 90th Birthday by Donating Platelets”
“Blood donations saved my life – twice”
Robin Huffman, a Red Cross Blood Program Leader, has a history with blood donation. “I know firsthand how important it is to have a good blood supply,” said Robin. In 1996, Robin experienced internal bleeding after surgery. She remembers nurses coming into her hospital room, checking her blood pressure, and calling a code blue. RobinContinue reading ““Blood donations saved my life – twice””
Family Continues to Give Back After Four-Year-Old Daughter is Diagnosed with Leukemia
In April 2021, Laura James’ family traveled from Indiana to Iowa to celebrate Easter with relatives. While on the trip, her four-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Haven, suddenly became ill. Haven developed a high fever and Laura noticed that her heart rate was elevated. Laura took Haven to a local hospital, where after multiple tests the emergency doctorContinue reading “Family Continues to Give Back After Four-Year-Old Daughter is Diagnosed with Leukemia”
Making a Difference as an Intern Volunteer with the Red Cross
Since January, Jessica Houston has been an intern volunteer with the American Red Cross of the Indiana Region in our Central Chapter. She wanted to be in the community and understand its needs, adding “That’s something the Red Cross does; they actually go out and spend time with the community.” While at the Red Cross,Continue reading “Making a Difference as an Intern Volunteer with the Red Cross”
Making a difference through blood donation: Dominic’s story
One month after his third birthday, Dominic was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. As part of his treatment, he has received eight blood transfusions, which according to Dominic’s mother, Lara, had a dramatic impact on how Dominic felt. “His hemoglobin kept dropping significantly, which made him just exhausted. Even if he wanted to play,Continue reading “Making a difference through blood donation: Dominic’s story”