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 During June, July and August, there are about two fewer donors
than needed at each Red Cross blood drive. This can add up to more
than 100,000 fewer donations during the summer. Many schools that
host blood drives are out of session, and vacation schedules can
make regular donors less available – both contributing to the
seasonal decline.
Donors of all blood types – especially those with types AB, O
negative, A negative and B negative – are needed to help ensure
blood products are available to hospital patients this summer. Type
AB donors have the universal plasma type, which can be given to
patients of all blood types. Plasma helps maintain blood pressure
and supplies critical proteins for clotting immunity. It is often
needed for burn, trauma and cancer patients.
 In Logan County a drive will be held on July 24th in Mount
Pulaski. The event will be held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the
American Legion Post 447.
To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood
Donor App, visit redcross blood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS
(1-800-733-2767). How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit
redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make
an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed
to ensure a reliable supply for patients.
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A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are
required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental
consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good
health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18
years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight
requirements.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims
of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills
that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military
members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that
depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its
mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org.
[Ben Corey, American Red Cross]
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