Ever since the 1960s, massive red blood cell transfusions have been recognized as a risk factor for acute lung injury—a lesson first appreciated during the Vietnam War 3,4.However, data from the ...

There are several hundred thousand platelets in each drop of blood. Like red and white blood cells, platelets are made in bone marrow.

The American Red Cross of Southern Nevada is marking the 20th birthday of its mascot, Buddy the Blood Drop, with a special initiative aimed at appreciating blood donors. Instead of receiving gifts ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a steep drop in blood donations, leading blood centers in the US to raise the alarm about critical shortages, laying bare the fragility of the current blood supply.

The parasites that cause malaria—Plasmodium species—have complex lifecycles. They are spread between hosts by mosquitoes, spend some time maturing in liver cells, and then eventually end up inside red ...

Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that affects hemoglobin production and often requires regular transfusions.

Pakistan’s prime minister has vowed to take revenge for “every drop” of blood spilt by India in the worst clash for decades ...