January is National Blood Donor Month!

National Blood Donor Month has been observed in January since 1970 with the goal of increasing blood and platelet donations during winter – one of the most difficult times of year to collect enough blood products to meet patient needs.

Join the @GammaPiQues for an information filled webinar regarding the importance of giving blood.

The American Red Cross has a constant and ongoing need for blood and platelet donations. With the ongoing pandemic, the Red Cross needs the help of blood and platelet donors and blood drive hosts to meet the needs of patient care.  

Our speakers for this events are:

Bro. Kevin Ford, M.D., FACP, Health Initiatives Chair
Dr. Ford is Board Certified Internal Medicine physician and fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Ford was recently named a 2021 top doctor in Washingtonian Magazine and has been a resident and business owner in Prince George's County for nearly 30 years.

Karine A. Sewell, Executive Director, American Red Cross of Southern Maryland
Karine Sewell is Executive Director for the Red Cross of Southern Maryland which includes Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s counties. Karine is charged with focusing externally on core mission delivery and being the face of the Red Cross for the media, elected officials, donors and community partners. Prior to this position, Karine served as Executive Director for the Red Cross chapter serving Montgomery and Prince George’s counties from 2013 to 2020. Karine has more than 25 years of management experience including 18 years in higher education.