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      Blood Health Videos
        
            Learn about blood diseases and disorders and tips for managing them. Also, learn about the importance of blood donation and what a safe and simple procedure it is.
      
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                          Last updated August 03, 2023


Anemia
      What is anemia?
  
  Anemia is the most common blood disorder in the U.S.. There are many ways to prevent and control it.
                  Living With and Managing Iron-Deficiency Anemia
  
  Hear Susan’s story about living with and managing iron-deficiency anemia.
              Blood Donation
      Protecting Our Blood Supply
  
  Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. Watch to learn how blood keeps us alive and how donated blood is kept safe.
                  Blood Donations Are Safe
  
  Dr. Julie Panepinto explains why blood is essential to help patients survive surgeries, cancer treatments, and blood disorders.
                  Why Diversity Matters for Blood Donation
  
  Blood diversity matters in blood donation, states Dr. Kamille West-Mitchell of NIH's Department of Transfusion Medication.
                  Almost Anyone Can Donate Blood
  
  Dr. Julie Panepinto, describes how blood donation is safe and simple.
                  A Mother Pays It Forward by Donating Blood
  
  Blood Services Section Chief Dr. Kamille West-Mitchell shares how blood from a donor impacted a patient's family.
                  What You Should Know About Blood Donation - Facebook Live
  
  Experts from NIH and the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies discuss blood donation and patient transfusion.
                  What Providers Should Know About Blood Donation
  
  Experts from NIH and the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies emphasize the importance of blood donation.
              Sickle Cell Disease
      Managing Sickle Cell Disease as a Teenager
  
  Nicholas and his mother Bridget discuss how Nicholas manages his sickle cell disease, so he can live a fulfilling life.
                  Living with and Managing Sickle Cell Disease
  
  Tiffany was born with sickle cell anemia. Her treatment plan and healthy lifestyle allow Tiffany to enjoy a happy, full life.
                  Genetic Therapies in Sickle Cell Disease
  
  Webinar provides an overview of genetic therapies, what they are, and how they work.
                  Bone Marrow Transplants, Other Therapies, and Sickle Cell
  
  Webinar highlights research findings from NHLBI-funded studies and evaluates bone marrow transplant therapies. Back To Top Link
  

        

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