Tag Archives: Community Blood Center of the Ozarks

Erin Fers two blood transfusions emergency cesarean section

Emergency C-section Leads to Blood Transfusions for First-time Mom

April 26, 2017

Twenty hours into labor, Erin Fers (pronounced Fears), of Marshfield, Missouri, learned her baby was large enough that a natural delivery was no longer an option. She would need to undergo an emergency Cesarean section. Along with feeling joy when she and Chance Lafferty welcomed Lillian into the world on October 5, 2010, Erin felt […]

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Dylan Harris needed blood transfusions while being treated for ulcerative colitis.

Conquering Ulcerative Colitis: Athlete receives blood transfusions during treatment

August 30, 2016

“I’ve been involved in sports and fitness my whole life,” said Dylan Harris, who earned a degree in Exercise and Movement Science at Missouri State University, became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Crossfit coach, and even participated in competitive bodybuilding. Despite his passion for health and taking excellent care of himself, Dylan became […]

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Be a Holiday Hero!

April 16, 2015

Make a commitment to give blood three times at our donor centers for our 2019 Holiday Hero Blood Drive during critical periods surrounding specific holidays. We will show our appreciation to all participants each time with special gifts! Remember — Complete all three whole blood donations within the time frames listed below, and you will […]

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January is National Volunteer Blood Donor Month

January 2, 2014

Resolve to save lives in January 2020 and celebrate your good health. Give blood at one of our four donor centers or select mobile blood drives* between January 1 – 31, 2020, and you’ll receive a great long-sleeved shirt!  Make Your Appointment To Donate Now You can make a real difference in the lives of […]

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