Blood Crisis Hits America | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 28, 2026 · 1m

American Red Cross sounds the alarm: blood supply is in crisis, hitting a four-year low this summer, forcing them to limit type O blood shipments for the first time in history. With soaring demand from trauma, heat, pollution, and illness, hospitals are dangerously short—especially on O-positive, with less than a day’s supply nationwide. They’re urgently calling on donors, especially type O, to give via app, website, or phone, even offering perks like movie tickets or gift cards. Every drop counts—step up and save lives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…