Critical Nationwide Need For Blood

The American Red Cross is asking for  blood donations during a nation-wide shortage. 

 A spokeswoman for the  organization says thousands of people came out when they issued an  emergency call in early July, but they still are in need.  

It is not  uncommon to have a fewer number of donations during summer because of  vacations, but blood products are currently going out faster than they  are receiving donations.  

Anyone who can donate blood is being asked to  help out, as they are especially seeking type O.

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Officials at the Red Cross say that there has been an increased need for blood at a time where many blood donors are on vacation and simply aren't around.


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