Did You Know? | Blood transfusion complications

• A recent study found that blood transfusion practices for sickle cell disease and thalassemia vary widely across health systems.
• Transfusions have improved the lives of people with sickle cell disease and thalassemia, but varying practices among blood banks and providers can lead to life-threatening complications.
• Healthcare providers can learn more about transfusion practices and help reduce transfusion-related complications by viewing this free provider training video series.