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The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood, leading to about a 35% drawdown of blood products in the past month, a news release from the Red Cross stated.
Two of the three regional blood banks serving Washington are facing a severe shortage due to the lingering effects from heavy rains and floods in December, combined with a slowdown in donations, accor
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A major blood shortage has struck blood banks and hospitals both nationwide and locally, according to officials. This emergency message this week from the American Red Cross summed up the crisis.
America's blood supply faces a critical shortage while a major winter storm is forecast for parts of the South, potentially exacerbating the strain. Why it matters: The Red Cross said blood donations were already down 35% nationally in the past month and asked people to donate to boost the supply before the winter weather hits.
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