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Red Cross needs blood donations

Red Cross offers incentives as blood supply drops sharply

The American Red Cross faces a severe blood shortage as flu and winter storms cancel drives. Donors are urgently needed through Feb. 28, 2026.

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Red Cross flags blood shortage, says patients may face 'serious risk'

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SEVERE SHORTAGE: American Red Cross blood supply drops due to flu and winter weather

The volunteer team delivering blood for the NHS

"Hardly anyone even knows who we are or what we do," says a motorcyclist who has been making potentially life-saving journeys for 18 years.

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New York Blood Center urges donations as shortage hits during National Blood Donor Month

Red Cross highlights unprecedented need for blood

Red Cross says blood supply has dropped 35%

The shortage is especially serious for platelets and types O, A negative and B negative blood.

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Red Cross asks for donors amid severe blood shortage

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Versiti issues urgent call to community as winter weather slows blood donations

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Historic December flooding triggers Level 5 Red Cross emergency across WA

A series of warm, soaking atmospheric rain events swamped Western Washington and the Cascades during the period of December 8-December 18, 2025.

Winter Storm Safety: Red Cross tips for homes, travel and pets

The American Red Cross is urging Oklahoma residents to prepare for the incoming winter storm with safety measures for their homes, travel, and pets.

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Red Cross helps families after five area fires in one week

The American Red Cross helped 27 people after five home fires in the Rapid City area, highlighting winter fire risks and the need for home safety.

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American Red Cross seeks blood donations at Stark County sites

The American Red Cross says it is facing a severe blood shortage. Agency offers chance to win Super Bowl tickets to those who donate.