Free A1c Testing Offered to Blood Donors in Hernando County
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers provided complimentary Hemoglobin A1c testing to blood donors in Hernando County on November 12, 2025, in recognition of National Diabetes Awareness Month. The screening can help residents learn about average blood sugar over the prior two to three months, and results were posted to donor accounts for follow up with medical providers.
On November 12, 2025, LifeSouth Community Blood Centers added complimentary Hemoglobin A1c testing for blood donors at its Brooksville and Spring Hill donor centers as part of National Diabetes Awareness Month activities. The A1c test was performed alongside the standard mini physical checks that donors receive, and LifeSouth made results available through each donor's online portal.
Hemoglobin A1c reflects average blood sugar over the previous two to three months, making it a useful screening tool for identifying elevated glucose levels that may indicate prediabetes or diabetes. Because the test accompanied routine donation screening, donors received this additional health information without extra cost at the time of giving blood. LifeSouth characterized the offering as a way to give donors insight into their longer term blood sugar control.
For Hernando County residents, the event combined two community benefits at once, donating lifesaving blood while gaining information about personal health. Local donors who viewed elevated A1c results in their portal were advised to consult their primary care physician for diagnostic testing and individualized care, since the A1c screening is not a substitute for clinical diagnosis.
The program also highlights how community health initiatives can be integrated into routine services. By embedding A1c testing into the donation process, LifeSouth lowered a barrier to screening for people who may not have recently seen a health care provider. Donors who participated received their test results electronically, which could streamline follow up care with local providers.
Residents interested in similar opportunities can contact LifeSouth donor centers in Brooksville and Spring Hill to inquire about past testing and future offerings. As National Diabetes Awareness Month concludes, the combination of blood donation and accessible screening offered a practical touch point for community health awareness and for connecting people to further medical evaluation when needed.
