The American Red Cross said Monday that it is experiencing an emergency blood shortage, and extreme heat may be partly to blame. In a press release, the organization said its national blood inventory ...

Distributions of certain blood types are being reduced as the national inventory “plummets” PhotoAlto/Odilon Dimier/Getty The American Red Cross has announced a blood shortage, stating the national ...

The American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donations to maintain the blood supply during the Fourth of July holiday week. Type O blood is especially needed, though all types are encouraged.

Las Vegas, Nevada – The nation is facing an emergency blood shortage, according to the American Red Cross. Extreme heat and recent natural disasters are affecting the blood supply, the nonprofit says.

In May, the American Red Cross asks people to secure their blood or platelet donation appointment now to help the blood ...

The American Red Cross declared an emergency blood shortage as the organization reported that blood inventory plummeted more than 25% in July. The Red Cross said in a press release that heat had ...

As Americans gear up for Independence Day celebrations, the American Red Cross is urging people to roll up their sleeves and donate blood to help prevent a mid-summer shortage. “Making and keeping ...

The American Red Cross asks donors to schedule an appointment now to give blood to support patients counting on a consistent blood supply. “While emergencies often grab headlines, the need for blood ...