The American Red Cross recently announced the first-ever national blood crisis amid a shortage of donors due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The shortage means there is less blood available to use in lifesaving procedures that can help people in your community, throughout...
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. That means, in the time it took you to take a 10-minute shower this morning, 300 people were in serious need of a blood donation. Despite this dire need, less than 38 percent of the population is eligible to give...
Do you know your blood type? Many people don’t, unless they donate blood regularly or have received an organ donation. But knowing your blood type can be important for many reasons. First, knowing your blood type can let you know if you are at risk for a variety of...
Approximately every two seconds, someone in the country needs blood. The need is apparent—but many people are hesitant to donate due to a lack of time, dislike of needles, or misunderstanding of their eligibility as a donor. The process is fairly...
Did you know that January is National Blood Donor Month? Whether you're a first-time donor or an experienced pro, you should be proud of the steps you've taken to help Pennsylvanians. Share this sticker if you've donated! For a list of blood drives across the state,...