LINCOLN, Neb — The Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB) will hold a press conference on Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 1 p.m. at the Lincoln Donor Center, located at 100 N. 84th St., Lincoln, NE. The event will feature Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird, community leaders, and local blood recipients to recognize National Blood Donor Month and address the ongoing need for blood donations in the region.
January, designated as National Blood Donor Month by President Richard Nixon in 1970, is traditionally a challenging period for maintaining blood supplies. Factors such as holiday travel, school breaks, winter weather, and seasonal illnesses often lead to missed donation appointments, despite the constant demand from patients. The annual observance aims to remind the public of the critical impact of regular blood donations.
Speakers at the press conference will emphasize the significance of blood donation, share insights from hospitals and patients, and urge the community to prioritize blood donation in the new year. Media attendees will have the opportunity to film remarks from local elected officials, community leaders, and NCBB representatives, with interviews available following the event…