A person's blood type is determined by "the presence or absence of certain antigens – substances that can trigger an immune response if they are foreign to the body," according to American Red Cross.

No single blood test gives a complete picture of heart health, but considering the results of diverse types of blood tests ...

Battle of the Badges blood drive between the Wilmington fire and police departments is set for Thursday, Aug. 29.

Indian cuisine offers numerous options that can help regulate blood sugar levels. Here are seven foods that can help.

Officials say type O blood is always needed as patients of all blood types can receive negative O type blood. Anyone ...

It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F to 86 F (15 C to 30 C), for shorter ... symptoms of kidney problems. Low Blood Sugar. People who have type 2 diabetes and take certain medicines ...

For many donating blood can be a daunting task but it is a vital part of the success in the medical field. Hospitals rely on ...

Since July 1, the Red Cross national blood supply has fallen by more than 25%, and blood donors of all types, especially those with type O blood, are urged to give as soon as possible to help patients ...

Patients given infected blood in Scotland will be "very, very cautious" about the UK government's pledge to push ahead with compensation payments, victims and campaigners have said. Ministers have ...

Fire Works Pizza in Courthouse is partnering with a D.C. area blood donor service to host a blood drive next week. People who ...

A new study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology journal suggests that through at-scale service delivery, type 2 ...