Monthly Archives: October 2013

Baruch Blood drive

Last Thursday, October 17th 2012, was Baruch’s first Blood drive for the school year of 2013-2014. It came along with the theme of Halloween where Baruch students and faculty could easily took notice of. The dark red background of flyers … Continue reading

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“Brooklyn, we go hard”

Due to the Boston marathon bombing, Mayor Bloomberg increases the security in New York City. Council member Letitia James tweeted saying, that many landmarks in Brooklyn like the Barclays stadium have increase it’s security, however, Brooklynites should not be too … Continue reading

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Loyalty, Permission and Altruism of Met’s Blood Drive

“New York Blood Center helps people in need.” Even though the air is chilly, cold from the prevailing winter winds, hundreds of people are determined to contribute towards the blood drive in Citi Field. The Mets hosted the special event … Continue reading

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High School Blood Drive Pose Extra Risk

“High school students contributing to blood drive event,” High school students who donate blood are more likely to experience complications like fainting and bruising than adult donors. The country is relying on high school blood donors to maintain the nation’s … Continue reading

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No Trust in Blood Donation

The study of Contribution of attitudinal factors to blood donation in African American church attendees found that African Americans have a higher percentage in not trusting the blood donating system. A survey, which is included in the study, has asked … Continue reading

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Remembering 2011: Tropical Hurricane Irene And Its’ Consequent Blood Donation Deficit

During Tropical Storm Irene in the summer of 2011, Mayor Bloomberg’s warning for people to remain indoors led to the cancellation of many blood drives, which consequently resulted in a shortage of blood donations at the New York Blood Center. … Continue reading

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