Bill > HJR69

This joint resolution designates January as National Blood Donor Month in Alabama, a tradition that began 56 years ago to honor voluntary blood donors and address historically low blood supplies. The resolution highlights the critical and constant need for a diverse blood supply to meet the medical needs of various patients, including those undergoing surgery, suffering from chronic conditions like sickle cell disease, or experiencing trauma, noting that a blood transfusion occurs every two seconds in the U.S. but only a small percentage of eligible individuals donate, leading to chronic shortages. It specifically mentions the importance of O negative blood, the universal type often used in emergencies, and acknowledges the role of organizations like LifeSouth Community Blood Centers in collecting and distributing blood, including their support for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in transfusing trauma victims at accident scenes to improve survival rates. The resolution urges all citizens to celebrate blood donation, recognize donors, and encourages eligible individuals to donate regularly, while also calling on businesses and organizations to sponsor community blood drives.

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