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The American Red Cross continues to see a concerning trend - blood donations are being sent to hospitals faster than they are coming in. The Red Cross has collected about 50,000 fewer blood donations than needed over the last two months. Donors are asked to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to avoid a looming blood shortage.
By scheduling and keeping appointments in July, donors can help provide for those in immediate need of lifesaving care. To schedule an appointment to donate, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Upcoming blood donation opportunities include:
Escanaba
July 11: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wellspring Church, 301 N Lincoln
July 26: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wellspring Church, 301 N Lincoln
Aug. 1: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Wellspring Church, 301 N Lincoln
Aug. 2: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Wellspring Church, 301 N Lincoln
Menominee
July 26: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Bethel Lutheran Church, 1309 14th Ave
Stephenson
July 19: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., American Legion, W5544 River Rd
To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. A blood donor card or driver's license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.