There are two times of year that weigh heavily on blood collections: summer months – June, July and August and for another three months from November through January. It is easy to understand why collections are vastly reduced when ‘school’s out for summer.’...
Red Cross asks for blood donations
The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to make blood donations to help stock the shelves before the busy holiday season. Many regular donors delay giving between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day because of holiday activities. This often causes a drop in...
Urgent need for blood
While thousands of people from across the country responded to the emergency request for blood donations issued by the American Red Cross in early July, a critical blood shortage remains. The Red Cross urges eligible donors to give now to help ensure blood is...
Celebrate Red Cross Month, give blood
During Red Cross Month in March, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to join in its lifesaving mission by giving blood. Since 1943, every U.S. president has designated March as Red Cross Month to recognize how the Red Cross helps people down the street,...