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LifeSouth is a nonprofit, 510(c)3 volunteer donor center providing donated blood for patients. There is no substitute for blood. Save a life today.
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Start by finding a bloodmobile near you: http://lifesouth.org/drives/blood-mobile-locator

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11/21/2025

Your health matters, and sometimes the warning signs go unnoticed.

1 in 5 people with diabetes never realize they have it.

Donate blood with LifeSouth and get a FREE A1c screening to better understand your health while helping patients who urgently need blood.

➡️ One donation can help you AND someone else.

11/20/2025

Today on , we’re reminded that childhood should be full of health, hope, and possibility. ✨

At LifeSouth, every donation counts in helping children in our community receive lifesaving blood when they need it most.

How do you help ensure their tomorrow is bright?

Donate. Encourage a friend. Share your story. Because when we give together, we change futures.

Give Local. Save Local. ❤️🩸

11/18/2025

This time of year reminds us how much it matters to show up for one another.

One simple way to give back? Donate blood.

Your donation can support patients spending the holidays in hospitals and help families hold onto the people they love most.

➡️ Give hope. Give life. Find a blood drive near you at LifeSouth.org.

11/15/2025

Every day, new moms make a quiet but powerful choice moments after giving birth — they donate their baby’s umbilical cord blood. 💕

This simple, painless act can become a lifeline for patients fighting more than 80 serious diseases.

Since the first cord blood transplant in 1988, over 40,000 patients have been given a second chance at life because of donations like these.

We’re honoring World Cord Blood Day today by raising awareness about this life-changing gift.

👉 Join us this week in spreading the word, because hope starts at birth. Learn more at lifesouth.org/cord-blood-bank

11/14/2025

Knowing the warning signs of prediabetes can help you catch issues early and protect your long-term health.

Potential symptoms include:
➡️ Increased thirst
➡️ Frequent urination
➡️ Fatigue
➡️ Blurred vision
➡️ Slow-healing sores
➡️ Unintended weight loss

But here’s the challenge: many people never show symptoms at all.

If you have a family history of diabetes or other risk factors, donating blood is a simple way to stay informed.

🩸 All LifeSouth donors receive a FREE A1c test, giving you insight into your blood sugar levels.

👉 Schedule your donation appointment today and take control of your health.

11/12/2025

One hour of your day can save up to three lives!

When you donate O-negative blood, as the universal donor, your blood can save everybody. Be a lifesaver and donate blood with LifeSouth.

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the men and women who’ve served with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. 🇺🇸

One of the most meaningful ways to pay tribute is by helping someone else in their moment of need. This Veteran’s Day, we invite you to donate blood in honor of a veteran who has made a difference in your life.

🩸 Your gift can save lives, continuing their legacy of service.
➡️ Find a drive near you at LifeSouth.org.

11/10/2025

Celebrating 35 Years of Service 🎉

We are honored to recognize Lisa Turman, who has dedicated 35 years to LifeSouth in Donor Services, serving our Suwannee region and the Lake City community with excellence, compassion, and unwavering commitment. ❤️

Lisa’s heart for donors, her steady leadership, and her passion for saving lives have made a profound impact on our mission and on countless families across our region. 🩸

Join us in celebrating Lisa for this remarkable milestone and her decades of service to our communities.

Thank you, Lisa, for 35 years of dedication and impact! 🙌

11/08/2025

When every second counts, blood can mean the difference between life and loss.

That’s why LifeSouth is partnering with Fayette County Fire & Emergency Services to bring lifesaving blood directly to the scene of trauma emergencies, giving patients a fighting chance before they ever reach the hospital.

🚑 Emergent blood transfusions can reduce mortality by up to 40%.
🩸 O-negative donors are critical to making this possible.

If you are an O-negative donor, you can literally help save someone’s life in those first minutes.

➡️ Find a blood drive near you at LifeSouth.org and be part of Fayette County’s life-saving mission.

11/06/2025

Did you know? 🩸

Diabetes affects 38 million people in the U.S. and nearly 590 million worldwide.

Many people don’t even know they’re at risk for prediabetes. This Diabetes Awareness Month, take a moment to know your health status and get your A1c tested.

Donate blood at LifeSouth and receive a FREE A1c test, because knowing your numbers can make all the difference.

👉 Schedule your donation today at lifesouth.org

11/05/2025

Community partnerships truly make a difference in saving lives! 💉❤️

A huge shout-out to Rocket 95.1 (Kevin, Shea, Susie, and Jimbo) for your continued support, and to The Rocket, WAAY-TV, Family Savings Credit Union, and Greater Huntsville Humane Society (GHHS) for teaming up to host an amazing two-day blood drive!

Together, we’re helping patients in need and making every drop count. 🩸

Want to make an impact in your community?
📩 Send us a message or email scheduling@lifesouth.org to host a blood drive!

11/04/2025

Be a legend this November 👣

Donate blood, get a free A1c diabetes screening, and score a T-shirt while supplies last.

Platelet and double red donors also earn a $40 e-gift card!

*Colors may vary.

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Headquarters: 4039 Newberry Road
Gainesville, FL
32607

Telephone

+13522241600

Website

http://www.lifesouth.org/

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