Donating Convalescent Plasma is Saving Lives in Tampa Bay

Sarina Fazan interviews citizens and healthcare workers who are encouraging those to become convalescent plasma donors.

Michael Seymour has made donating convalescent plasma a routine. He has already donated three times. Every time he is eligible, you will find him onboard OneBlood’s Big Red Bus doing his part to help combat COVID-19.

For Seymour and others like him, each donation is deeply personal.

“My wife passed away from the virus, and it’s the least I can do to help others,” said Seymour

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WiLD 94.1 Radio Host Saving Lives by Donating Plasma

Orlando Davis is a voice, greeting thousands of people every morning. He is a radio host on Orlando & the Freakshow on WiLD 94.1.

And, now Davis is taking his radio show on the road sharing his journey. He is donating convalescent plasma on OneBlood’s Big Red bus, after recovering from the coronavirus.

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FLORIDA COUPLE DIAGNOSED WITH COVID-19 URGE PEOPLE TO DONATE CONVALESCENT PLASMA

Eduardo and Christine Juarez, just celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary. They’ve had a lot of great times and tough times, but this year, a test of strength they never imagined. They now have oxygen machines in their home just to help them breathe after both of them were diagnosed with the coronavirus.

The couple received convalescent plasma donations through OneBlood. They said it saved their lives and now they are determined to pay it forward.

NEWSSarina FazanJuly 7, 2020COVID19Comment

Nation's First Baby Boomer Donates Blood for the First Time

Kathy Casey-Kirschling extraordinary distinction has gotten her a lot of attention through the years,. Cameras even captured when she applied for retirement benefits and now Casey-Kirshling hopes her national recognition will shed light on another cause, blood donations.

NEWSSarina FazanJune 11, 2020COVID19Comment

SURVIVING COVID-19: When the Reporter Becomes the Story

NEWSSarina FazanJune 1, 2020COVID19Comment

HOW OUR KIDS ARE COPING WITH COVID-19

In our continuing coverage of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis, Sarina Fazan takes a closer look at how this pandemic is affecting our children. She talks to seven Tampa Bay area kids, ranging from a second-grader to a high school freshman, about their thoughts on the virus and its impact on their lives.

NEWSGabriel GuerreroMay 19, 2020COVID19

DONATING PLASMA TO SAVE LIVES

In our continuing coverage of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Sarina Fazan speaks with COVID-19 survivor Zach Nicolaos and OneBlood employee Vivienne Ceesay about how they are coming together to make a difference.

NEWSGuest UserMay 14, 2020COVID19

PATIENCE, PRUDENCE, AND TRY NOT TO PANIC: Advice from a Financial Advisor During the Pandemic

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis has affected us on many levels, from our health to our financial stability. As part of our continuing coverage of COVID-19, Sarina Fazan talks with David Duquette, a local financial advisor and the founder of Impact Medical Advisors, about the financial impacts of the pandemic. David offers great advice to make before making any changes or decisions regarding your finances.

NEWSSarina FazanMay 12, 2020COVID19

DADE COUNTY DENTIST DONATES COVALESCENT PLASMA

In our continuing coverage of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Sarina Fazan interviews Jean-Paul Chavez, a dentist in Dade County who was diagnosed with COVID-19 in early March and is now a convalescent plasma donor.

NEWSGuest UserApril 30, 2020COVID19

WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER: The Story of Big Storm Brewing Company

In our continuing coverage of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Sarina Fazan takes a closer look at what Big Storm Brewing Company is doing to support local business and to keep people employed during this pandemic.

NEWSGuest UserApril 30, 2020COVID19

NOT ALL HEROES WEAR CAPES

Meet a Tampa Bay OneBlood Donor on a Mission to Save Lives

NEWSGuest UserApril 27, 2020COVID19

JUSTICE ALWAYS PREVAILS: Maintaining Law and Order During the COVID-19 Pandemic

In our continuing coverage of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis, Sarina Fazan interviews Judge Nick Nazaretian of the 13th Judicial Circuit about mission-critical courtrooms and what that means for Hillsborough county.

NEWSGuest UserApril 23, 2020COVID19

WHAT PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES ARE DOING DURING THE CORONAVIRUS?

NEWSGabriel GuerreroApril 8, 2020COVID19

MISSION HEROES: OneBlood Team Members determined to get through Coronavirus Crisis

The coronavirus crisis does not stop the need for a ready blood supply.

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SOCIAL DISTANCING AND YOUR HEALTH

In our continuing coverage of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, Neurologist Dr. Deborah Boland joins Sarina for a conversation on the emotional impact of social distancing and how technology can help create social connections.

NEWSGuest UserMarch 31, 2020COMMUNITY, COVID19