January is National Blood Donor Month: Make blood donation your #HoxworthHabit
Each year, January marks National Blood Donor Month, a time to honor the everyday heroes who selflessly donate blood and to inspire more people to join this lifesaving cause.
As the sole provider of blood products to more than 30 hospitals across Greater Cincinnati, Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, is calling on the community to make a New Year’s resolution that saves lives: donate blood twice a year! Make it a #HoxworthHabit to donate blood or platelets on your birthday and again before the end of the year. Make a lifesaving resolution this year.
To show their gratitude, Hoxworth’s seven Neighborhood Donor Centers in Anderson, Blue Ash, Clifton, Ft. Mitchell, West Chester, Tri-County, and West as well as select mobiles will give all January blood and platelet donors a pair of exclusive Hoxworth sweat pant joggers celebrating the selflessness of blood donors who make a difference in the lives of others.
Donating blood is a simple yet profound way to give back to your community.
Dr. David Oh Chief Medical Officer and Co-CEO, Hoxworth Blood Center
“Donating blood is a simple yet profound way to give back to your community,“ said Dr. David Oh, chief medical officer and co-CEO of Hoxworth Blood Center.
“By making blood donation a habit — whether to start the year strong or to celebrate your birthday — you are directly supporting local patients in need, from newborns in the NICU to adults undergoing surgeries,” he said.
Every two seconds, someone in America needs blood. Every 5 minutes someone in the Tri-state area needs blood. And the demand goes well beyond emergencies.
Blood donations are critical for cancer treatments, surgeries and patients with chronic illnesses. Yet, only 3% of eligible Greater Cincinnatians donate blood annually, despite 65% of the population being eligible. These statistics underline the urgent need for more donors.
The winter season often sees a decline in blood donations due to holidays and inclement weather, making it even more vital to replenish local blood supplies. National Blood Donor Month serves as a reminder of the continuous need for blood donors and offers a chance to recognize those who contribute to this lifesaving mission.
Hoxworth is proud to unveil a special initiative to encourage Tri-state families to adopt blood donation as an annual tradition. Donate in January and again on your birthday or host a birthday blood drive to become part of their #HoxworthHabit movement. Each donation supports local patients at 30+ local hospitals like Cincinnati Children’s, UC Health, and St. Elizabeth Healthcare.
“Your commitment to donating blood not only saves lives today but also creates hope for a healthier tomorrow,“ said Dr. Caroline Alquist, chief transplant and cellular therapies officer and Co-CEO of Hoxworth Blood Center. “Start your year by giving the gift of life. Together, let’s make 2025 a year of heroes.“
Your commitment to donating blood not only saves lives today but also creates hope for a healthier tomorrow. Start your year by giving the gift of life. Together, let’s make 2025 a year of heroes.
Dr. Caroline Alquist Chief Transplant & Cellular Therapies Officer and Co-CEO, Hoxworth Blood Center.
Appointments are strongly encouraged and can be scheduled by visiting hoxworth.org, downloading their easy scheduling app or calling (513) 451-0910. First-time and regular donors alike are invited to participate.
Featured image at top: A student donates blood to Hoxworth Blood Center. Photo/Andrew Higley/UC Marketing + Brand
About Hoxworth Blood Center
Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, was founded in 1938 and serves more than 30 hospitals in 18 counties in Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana. Annually, Hoxworth collects more than 100,000 units of blood from local donors to help save the lives of local patients in Greater Cincinnati hospitals. Hoxworth Blood Center: Saving Lives Close to Home. hoxworth.org
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