It’s the most wonderful time of the year … to make a blood or platelet donation! Hectic holiday schedules, winter weather and seasonal illness can take a toll on the American Red Cross blood supply. But when you give now,... Continue Reading →
Roy Dennis of Oneida County recently recorded his 100th and 101st donations with a Power Red donation! During Power Red, donors give a concentrated dose of red cells, the part of blood used every day for those needing transfusions as... Continue Reading →
This November, the American Red Cross urges donors to make and keep donation appointments to help ensure patients keep receiving critical medical care. Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with type O blood and those giving platelets.... Continue Reading →
Susan Pope is our Disaster Program Manager based in Liverpool, Onondaga County. Born in Europe, she had been ineligible to donate blood due to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidance regarding donor eligibility restrictions on European residency and travel as... Continue Reading →
The American Red Cross continues to experience a national blood and platelet shortage, and we’re rallying supporters to help! Please book a time to give as soon as possible and help spread the word. Three ways to make a donation... Continue Reading →
September is National Preparedness Month. The American Red Cross has seen a significant shortfall in blood and platelet donations over the last month, making it hard to keep pace with the need for blood products. A strong blood supply is... Continue Reading →
Dive in to help for a chance at shark dive trip, $10 e-gift card for donors in August After a summer of declining donations, the American Red Cross needs our help to prevent a blood shortage. When you make and... Continue Reading →
We know summer is the season for beach days and vacays, but the need for blood doesn't pause. Unfortunately, there’s been a concerning shortfall in blood and platelet donations through the American Red Cross in recent weeks. You can help... Continue Reading →
“Give A Pint, Get A Pint” returns for an eighth year Summer is time when blood donations slow down, yet the need for blood donations doesn’t take a summer vacation. That’s why, for the eighth year in a row, Stewart’s Shops is treating American Red Cross blood donors to free pints... Continue Reading →
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