Today is World Blood Donor Day, an international day of recognition dedicated to honoring blood donors and raising awareness about the constant, life-saving need for blood donations around the world. It’s a reminder that one simple act can make an extraordinary difference for patients facing emergencies, surgeries, cancer treatments, chronic illnesses, and more.

Tala Shatara sits down with Jerrica Williams of the Nashville area chapter of American Red Cross to discuss the importance of donating blood, the ongoing need for donors, and how communities can unite to help save lives. Find out how community members are rolling up their sleeves for the community including one Nashville man who received his own health diagnosis from donating blood since the 90s.