Critical call for blood and platelets: Give with Red Cross now

Blood supply still fragile after blood emergency; donors urged to help save lives this fall

Sept. 9, 2024 — In September, the American Red Cross stresses the continuing critical need for blood products to ensure patient care. Donors of all blood types are asked to give now to keep blood supply levels rising after a summer shortage. Type O blood donors and those giving platelets are especially needed.

A steady increase in lifesaving blood products is vital to ensuring hospitals stay ready for any situation this fall. As National Preparedness Month continues, the Red Cross highlights the importance of having a strong supply of blood products already on hand for disasters and emergencies of all kinds and to meet the needs of patients every day.

Now is the time to book an appointment and help patients counting on lifesaving transfusions. To schedule a time to give blood or platelets, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App. In thanks, those who come to give Sept. 1-15, 2024, will receive an exclusive Red Cross raglan T-shirt, while supplies last.

All who come to give Sept. 16-30, 2024, will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Fall.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities Sept. 9-30

Perry

Corning

9/17/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Miller High School, 10397 St. Rt. 155 S.E.

Crooksville

9/23/2024: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Crooksville High School, 4075 Ceramic Drive

New Lexington

9/11/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Perry County Opportunity Center, 5250 OH-37

Thornville

9/28/2024: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Amvets Post 51, 9293 Twp Rd. 79

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Athens

Albany

9/18/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Alexander High School, 6091 Ayers Road

Athens

9/9/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Ohio University Ping Center, 82 S Green Dr

9/10/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, 191 W Union St., Heritage Hall

9/12/2024: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., American Red Cross Athens County Chapter, 100 May Ave.

9/16/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Ohio University Baker Center, 1 Park Place

9/17/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., American Red Cross Athens County Chapter, 100 May Ave. 9/23/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., O'Bleness Hospital, 55 Hospital Drive

9/24/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Ohio University Living Learning Center, 111 S. Green Drive 9/25/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., American Red Cross Athens County Chapter, 100 May Ave.

9/25/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Ohio University Jefferson Hall, 46 E Green Dr

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Coshocton

Coshocton

9/11/2024: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m., McWane Ductile, 630 Linn St

9/11/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Cleveland Cliffs-Coshocton Works, 17400 State Route 16

9/13/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Coshocton Regional Medical Center, 1460 Orange Street

9/13/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Roscoe United Methodist Church, 475 High Street

9/24/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart, 39 Burt Ave

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Guernsey

Byesville

9/18/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Stop Nine Church, 60325 Southgate Road

Cambridge

9/13/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Guernsey County Crossroads Branch Library, 63500 Byesville Road

Senecaville

9/27/2024: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Mideast Career Center Buffalo, 57090 Vocational Road

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Licking

Granville

9/27/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Centenary United Methodist Church, 102 E. Broadway

Johnstown

9/16/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Church of the Ascension Worship Center, 555 S Main St

9/18/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Northridge High School, 6066 Johnstown-Utica Road # 62

Newark

9/13/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

9/17/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

9/18/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Licking Valley High School, 100 Hainsview Drive

9/24/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

9/27/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

Pataskala

9/9/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., West Licking County Family YMCA, 355 West Broad Street

9/27/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., West Licking County Family YMCA, 355 West Broad Street

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Muskingum

New Concord

9/24/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Muskingum University Gym, Stadium Dr

South Zanesville

9/26/2024: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m., Maysville High School, 3725 Panther Drive

Zanesville

9/9/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., New Hope Full Gospel Church, 3550 E Pike

9/9/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 830 Military Road

9/11/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., West Muskingum High School, 200 Kimes Rd

9/16/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 830 Military Road

9/23/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Buckeye Valley Family YMCA, 1425 Newark Rd

9/23/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 830 Military Road

9/30/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., College Hall, 1555 Newark Rd

9/30/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 830 Military Road

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Noble

Caldwell

9/19/2024: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Community Center, 44187 Fairgrounds Rd

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Perry

Corning

9/17/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Miller High School, 10397 St. Rt. 155 S.E.

Crooksville

9/23/2024: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Crooksville High School, 4075 Ceramic Drive

New Lexington

9/11/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Perry County Opportunity Center, 5250 OH-37

Thornville

9/28/2024: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Amvets Post 51, 9293 Twp Rd. 79

How to donate blood

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. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. 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.

Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass^® to complete their predonation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.

Amplify your impact − volunteer!

Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience.

Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for either position visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and

supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.