In Honor of Kylie

A Life Changed In An Instant

When 17-year-old Kylie Muñoz walks the halls of Sharyland Pioneer High School, you’d never guess the battle she survived. At 13, Kylie Muñoz was a typical seventh grader in Mission, Texas. Persistent back pain revealed a large spinal tumor. Soon after, she was diagnosed with both lymphoma and leukemia.

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A Fight Far From Home

Within hours, Kylie was airlifted to Houston for emergency surgery, followed by a year of intensive chemotherapy and radiation. With no local treatment options, her family relocated to be by her side.

The Lifeline That Saved Her

Throughout her fight, blood and platelet donors played a critical role in keeping her alive.
“Every transfusion made me feel alive again, donors saved my life.” Kylie said. 

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For more than 45 years, the nonprofit South Texas Blood & Tissue Center has focused on a critical purpose: to save and improve lives.

Inspired by a group of physicians, our organization was formed to provide blood to the South Texas region – ensuring a safe and adequate blood supply through proper testing, storage and distribution to hospitals. This essential service allows front-line workers to focus on the direct care of patients, with confidence that this lifesaving resource will be there when it’s needed most.

But we didn’t stop there. Over the years, we’ve evolved as the needs of our patients and hospitals have changed, driven to save lives in as many ways as possible.

We couldn’t do this without donors like you. We understand that the gift of donation is a personal, powerful choice that has the potential to touch a life. Today, we offer many ways to make a difference that include:

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Our team has also expanded its programs, partnering with leaders within the healthcare industry to develop a wide range of therapies.