Marion Sohl: Retired donkey breeder and current hero to the community. Everyone here at Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center is celebrating as Sohl is scheduled to reach 200 gallons in donations this month, a first for our donors. Sohl, who turns 78 on March 13, has helped save thousands of lives in ...
‘Father of Blood Banking’ fought for racial equality
During Black History Month, Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center strives to honor the legacy of Dr. Charles Drew—An African American doctor who was a pioneer in the blood banking industry in the early 1900s. His accomplishments have long been lauded by those of us who continue this crucial work in our ...
Gulf Coast Heroes: A love letter to blood donors
Gulf Coast Heroes: A love letter to blood donors To you, it’s a simple band wrapped around your elbow. To blood recipients, it’s a symbol of strength … of unity … of selflessness. The band wrapped around your arm after a blood donation is a signal to the rest of the world that you have made ...
