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BLOOD CRISIS

BLOOD CRISIS

All blood types are needed now to stabilize the blood supply. Donors are asked to take action immediately to help save lives.

All blood types are needed now to stabilize the blood supply. Donors are asked to take action immediately to help save lives.
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The American Red Cross in Virginia

The American Red Cross in the Virginia Region serves 118 independent cities and counties with a population of 5.8 million.
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Blood Saves Lives: Helping People with Sickle Cell Disease
You can help people living with sickle cell disease with an investment that supports in-depth testing, typing and matching to provide blood for transfusion in people living with sickle cell disease.
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Red Cross Responds as Wildfires Consume Millions of Acres Out West
July 27, 2026
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Dangerous Extreme Heat Continues; Red Cross Issues Steps to Help Keep You Safe
July 27, 2026
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The Heat Is On ─ 10 Strategies to Protect Students During Outdoor Workouts as Temperatures Climb
July 27, 2026
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What You Should Do as Wildfire Smoke Moves Across U.S.
July 27, 2026

Press Releases

American Red Cross Declares Second-Ever National Blood Supply Crisis, Urges Immediate Blood Donations 
July 27, 2026
Joint Statement: Blood Donors Needed to Help Boost the Nation’s Strained Blood Supply This Summer
July 15, 2026
Red Cross Declares Emergency Blood Shortage after Blood Supply Falls 25%
July 13, 2026
Grainger and the American Red Cross celebrate 25 years of partnership strengthening communities
June 26, 2026
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