American Red Cross reporting Severe Blood shortage

If you can give blood, do so. The American Red Cross needs it badly.

The American Red Cross is increasing the push for blood donors, as they face a severe blood shortage.  

According to their website, requests from hospitals are exceeding the current available supply.  The blood supply is down 35% from the past month, and with cold weather and a massive winter storm cancelling blood drives in the Southern, Eastern and Midwest U.S., that need has only grown.

To find a blood drive near you, go to the American Red Cross's website at redcrossblood.org.  Or you can call 1-800-RED-CROSS to find a drive near you. 

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