Rick and Ruthann Laman had always been active. When Rick started slowing down and sleeping more, it was easy to excuse it as a normal part of aging. Ruthann quips…
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We Are Family: Erica Hailes
Erica Hailes' family of four has been impacted threefold by blood donation. Not only did she receive a blood transfusion during pregnancy, but her husband and son have undergone multiple…
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Trey Bueche, the owner of Bat City Awards & Apparel, has been partnering with We Are Blood for over 20 years. Specializing in screenprinting, embroidery, and other promotional products, Bueche…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Dr. Faheem Ahmed
Dr. Ahmed shares a unique perspective regarding blood and platelet donation. With a background in oncology and hematology, Dr. Ahmed serves the Austin area as one of four Sarah Cannon…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Teresa Krammer
Teresa Krammer and her husband had planned an induction for their baby boy at around 38 or 39 weeks. It was a long labor process, but she received an epidural…
Read MoreLIFE CAN CHANGE IN AN INSTANT
Our donors know that when they come to donate, they are doing good and supporting those within our community. Plus, they get to treat themselves to guilt-free cookies with their…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Thundercloud Subs Partner Spotlight
Since 1975, Thundercloud Subs has been a staple in the Austin area, serving up fresh, fast, and healthy food. At their core is a culture of community – it's about…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Dr. Andrea Campaigne
The pregnancy and birth of Dr. Andrea Campaigne's second child, Nina, was fairly ordinary. It was when she was finally holding her new baby in her arms that her world…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Melvin Barrentine
When Melvin (Mel) Barrentine and his wife, Randi, moved to Austin in the early 1980s, they had no idea their lives would soon take a turn that would forever change…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Lyle Boardman
Lyle Boardman’s commitment to blood donation has spanned decades, with more than 20 gallons of blood donated since he started in the 1960s. However, his true motivation to donate grew…
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