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This resolution recognizes June 14, 2025, as "World Blood Donor Day" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the critical importance of blood donation. The resolution provides context about blood donation, noting that donors must be in good health, at least 16 years old, and weighing a minimum of 110 pounds, with the ability to donate blood up to six times per year. It emphasizes that every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood or platelets, and that volunteer donors are the only way to improve blood and platelet supplies. The resolution also points out that with an estimated 2 million cancer diagnoses in 2024, many patients will require blood transfusions. Additionally, it highlights that O type blood is most in demand among hospitals, with approximately 45% of Americans having this blood type, and notes that only 3% of eligible people actually donate blood each year. By recognizing World Blood Donor Day, the resolution aims to increase awareness about the ongoing need for blood donations and encourage Pennsylvanians to contribute to this critical healthcare resource.

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