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This concurrent resolution supports January as National Blood Donor Month in South Dakota, recognizing the critical need for blood donations as transfusions occur every two seconds in the U.S. and only three percent of eligible individuals donate, leading to shortages, particularly of type O blood, which is vital for trauma situations. The resolution highlights that various patients, including those undergoing surgery, cancer treatments, or suffering from chronic conditions like sickle-cell disease, rely on blood transfusions for survival, emphasizing the constant need for a diverse blood supply and the importance of every donor's contribution. It also acknowledges that January was designated National Blood Donor Month over fifty-five years ago to honor voluntary donors and encourage more donations, urging citizens to celebrate this cause, recognize the life-saving gifts of donors, and encouraging eligible individuals to donate regularly while prompting businesses and organizations to host community blood drives.

https://sdlegislature.gov/#/Session/Bill/26599