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The Truth About Transfusions

By calovel On December 15, 2015 · Add Comment · In Blood Banks & Donors, Blood Banks & Donors - Featured Resources

choaEvery year, more than 4 million American kids and adults receive blood transfusions. In fact, blood transfusions help save lives each day! But what is a transfusion and why would someone need one?

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