From the Desk Of:
Navy Capt. Roland Fahie, Director, ASBPO
 Greetings! Welcome to the April edition of Focal Point.
In this issue, we take a look at how the Armed Services Blood Program is meeting its strategic initiatives by implementing new technologies such as pathogen reduction and low-titer whole blood to help advance the future, safety and potency of the military's blood supply. We also check in with Mr. Al Whitney who is continuing his quest to donate platelets at all of the ASBP donor centers. My personal thanks to Mr. Whitney and to the many donors like him who continually roll up their sleeves to support the military blood program and save lives. Lastly, I encourage you to reach out and share your personal experiences and stories with us. We love to hear from our donors, supporters, volunteers and staff members. Without your dedication to the ASBP's global mission, we wouldn't be able to provide lifesaving blood to service members and their families -- whenever and wherever, in peacetime and in war. 2016 has been a great year so far, but I know the best is yet to come. I am proud of the great work that each and every one of you are doing every day. It is truly an honor to serve with you. Thank you for your continued support. You are the Armed Services Blood Program! Respectfully, Capt. Roland Fahie |
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Pathogen Reduction Technology Helps Combat Blood Borne Disease
 Bacterial contamination, viruses and increased international travel can pose a risk to the safety of the world's blood supply. However, new pathogen reduction technologies are helping to mitigate those risks. Read more.
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No Uniform Required
The ASBP Focal Point civilian hero of the month
Jennifer Venrick's husband is a lieutenant in the Medical Services Corp. She is the author of the Diary of an Army Wife blog and she recently shared her ASBP experience with the world. Read more. |
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Picture This!
The ASBP Focal Point picture of the month
Navy Lt. Jacob Hasty (left), officer in charge of the Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune Blood Donor Center, presents Al Whitney (right) with a Certificate of Appreciation for his donation and support of the ASBP. Whitney stopped by the Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune Blood Donor Center April 7 as part of his quest to donate at all of the ASBP donor centers. Read more. Learn more about Whitney's Platelets Across America campaign. |
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