Ricardo is someone who loves life to the fullest. He enjoys listening to music, cooking, traveling, and, most of all, spending time with his family. He is always eager to get involved in the things that bring him joy, whether it’s fixing broken items around the house or diving into his next tech project. But like many patients with Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Ricardo’s life was not always so carefree.

From a young age, Ricardo knew something was wrong. XLA means that his immune system doesn’t produce enough antibodies, making him extremely vulnerable to infections. For years, he lived with the constant threat of illness, facing the reality that his immune system couldn’t protect him like others could. His condition meant that even everyday activities carried risks that most people never think twice about.

But everything changed when Ricardo started his plasma-derived therapy. This treatment, made possible by plasma donations, provides the antibodies his body can’t produce on its own. It’s allowed him to live a more normal life, one where he can engage in his passions and responsibilities with less fear of infections and more confidence in his health.

For Ricardo, plasma donation is not just about helping individuals, it’s about giving people the power to live freely, just as he does:

“Your donations allow us to lead normal lives, raise a family, work, and be active members of society. Some of us, with your help, believe we can change the world“.

“If you donate plasma, know that you’re doing something incredibly powerful,” Ricardo continues. “Your donation is not just a gift: it’s a lifeline. You’re helping people like me live the lives we’ve always dreamed of“.

The difference you can make by donating plasma is deeper than you might imagine. Donate plasma today and help change someone’s life for the better.

From a young age, Diane faced recurring infections, surgeries, and illnesses that seemed never-ending. Despite her struggles, she became a nurse, but continued to feel unwell, often due to the very environments she worked in to help others. Her life felt like a constant battle against illness, but she didn’t understand what was truly going wrong in her body. She didn’t know that the cause of her health problems was a severe deficiency in her immune system.

The real turning point came when Diane started working in the infusion industry, where she learned about the signs of Primary Immunodeficiency (PID). Discovering that she exhibited six of the ten warning signs, Diane decided to undergo further tests. Finally, in 2019, she received the PID diagnosis. This explained all of her health struggles and provided her with a clear treatment path.

With the diagnosis, Diane began therapy with immunoglobulins, a plasma-derived treatment that provides the antibodies her body can’t produce. Since then, Diane has noticed significant improvements: she rarely gets sick and has more vitality than she ever thought possible.

Diane’s story highlights the incredible impact that plasma donations can have. Every donation helps provide life-changing medications for patients with immune conditions like Diane’s. 

With emotion and gratitude, Diane deeply thanks those who donate plasma: 

“Because of you, I can live without limitations. Thanks to your generosity, I receive the treatment I need to stay healthy and free. Your body does something mine can’t, and I’m deeply grateful“.

Today, Diane is not just a patient, but an important voice in raising awareness about PID and the importance of plasma donation. Plasma is not only an act of kindness but a vital resource for people like Diane, who rely on specific therapies to live healthily and freely.

Donate plasma today and help change someone’s life. Your donations are crucial for those who depend on these therapies.