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American Red Cross Facing Emergency Blood Shortage

Last updated on Monday, July 9, 2018

(UNDATED) - The American Red Cross is now facing an emergency blood shortage following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations, with hundreds fewer blood drives than a typical week and a resulting decline in donations.

Right now, blood is being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are coming in. All eligible donors are urgently needed to give now to help replenish the blood supply.

You can help ensure no patient experiences delays in treatment or emergency care as a result of this shortage by donating the gift of life.

You can donate blood:

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