RedCrossBlood.org
Coverage of RedCrossBlood.org in the Nexus archive.
- American Red Cross issues second national blood supply crisis in history
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis for the second time in history, citing a four-year summer low in donations exacerbated by extreme heat, poor air quality, and foodborne illnesses. The organization warns of limited type O positive blood supplies and is restricting hospital distributions, urging donors to use its app or website to contribute.
- Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage, urges those eligible to donate
The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage due to a 25% drop in the national blood supply, with critical needs for O positive, B negative blood, and AB plasma. The shortage is attributed to reduced summer donations from busy schedules, illness, and the absence of school blood drives, prompting calls for eligible donors to give blood or platelets.