The risk of developing blood cancer increases with age. The finding that a molecule from gut bacteria plays a part points to ...

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Hemoglobin is an iron-rich protein found in the red blood cells. These are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. Low levels of hemoglobin may be a sign of anemia. This occurs when a ...

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While most vertebrates, including humans, have red blood cells due to hemoglobin, some animals possess blue blood cells, thanks to the copper-based protein hemocyanin. This unique adaptation ...

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - As you make plans for spring or summer travel, the American Red Cross is urging you not to forget to donate blood. Donations typically slow down this time of year through ...

The genetically modified stem cells are returned to the patient via a stem cell transplant. This allows the production of red blood cells that are resistant to sickling, which in turn is expected to ...

When you go and give blood at the Red Cross, squeezing the foam balls followed up by enjoying a cookie and some juice, it doesn’t just stop there. The blood is stored, and when hospitals around ...

The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood donation event at the Robinwood Professional Center in Hagerstown, Maryland. This vital community event will take place in the atrium of the 11110 ...

The Red Sox defeated the Cardinals on Friday in the first game of the 2025 season at Fenway Park. Here’s a recap of the game. Scroll down to see photos from the Globe photographers at Fenway ...