SuperMax took a drumstick and held it to his head, causing his mom, Elizabeth Boatwright, to laugh as the 6-year-old declared he’s a unicorn with his own giggle. Max was born with a genetic disorder (neurofibromatosis type 1) that can cause tumors to grow on his nerve endings, and SuperMax has been ...
5 reasons blood donors are the best
The generous spirit of our donors amazes me. There are countless ways to give back to your community, especially in this technological age. Google “ways to give back in the Houston area” and you’ll find long lists of the needs in society. It’s, quite frankly, overwhelming. But you, you’ve waded thro ...
What if this is the one that helps cure cancer?
In the short time I’ve been at Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, I’ve met some fantastic people who are passionate about saving lives and serving our community. Anne is meticulous when she works with units of buffy coats that are sent out to researchers nationwide. (Buffy coats are a tiny fraction ...