When Sweetrell Williams, 29, learned from doctors last summer that her three-year-old son, Kamran, had leukemia, it felt like her world was over. […]
While caring for her parents, who both have cancer, Sharonda Baham met several cancer patients who needed blood during their treatments. She also witnessed a period of blood donor shortages. […]
It’s a simple gesture, but one that yields an impact beyond what many people consider: anytime you donate blood, you could be saving up to three lives. […]
Several weeks ago, an overjoyed Hannah Freitas received the news that her cancer was in remission; her journey took a difficult turn. […]
With the COVID-19 pandemic causing a serious strain on the nation’s blood supply, donating blood is now more important than ever. […]
After what was described as an overwhelming and unprecedented public response by St. Charles Parish communications director Samantha de Castro that led to walk-up donors being turned away at its July 8 blood drive in Luling, two more drives have been scheduled in August. […]
The American Legion Post 131 in Luling will hold its “Mr. Charlie Oubre Jr.” Memorial Blood Drive on Aug. 3 at the American Legion Hall, 103 Milling Ave., Luling. […]
First National Bank USA will hold a blood drive for Craig “Shorty” Brignac of Norco Thursday, July 11, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the bank. […]
American Legion Post 131 will host a Mr. Charlie Oubre Jr. Memorial Blood Drive with the Ochsher Blood Bank on April 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 103 Milling Ave., Luling. Eat a healthy meal prior to donating. […]
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