National Blood Crisis Declared as Red Cross Urges Immediate Donations

American Red Cross declares second-ever 'blood crisis' as donations fall to four-year low

Extreme heat, poor air quality and widespread foodborne illnesses have contributed to lower donor turnout this summer, according to the organization.

American Red Cross plans blood drives

There is an urgent need for donors

Red Cross declares national blood crisis, offers incentives for donations

The American Red Cross declared a national blood crisis Monday due to a sharp drop in donations. The organization is offering gift cards as an incentive to donors, and particularly needs type O blood.

Red Cross faces historic blood crisis

WAUSAU, Wis. — The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis for only the second time in history as donations have fallen to a four-year summer low.

American Red Cross declares national blood crisis for only second time in its history

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis today, only the second time in its history, intensifying an already severe summer blood shortage.

Red Cross declares national blood crisis as supplies fall to dangerous levels

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis for just the second time in its history and on Monday, urged Southland residents to consider...