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Blood Shortage Emergency Now | Parkersburg News
American Red Cross sounds the alarm on a critical blood shortage, warning hospitals are using nearly 3,500 more units per week than they’re receiving—especially during peak trauma season. O positive and B negative blood types are hit hardest, risking patient care if donations don’t surge. Busy summers and fewer school drives are to blame. Doctors stress blood is essential for surgeries, ERs, labor, and cancer treatments. Help now: donate anytime through July 31st and get a free Fandango movie ticket. Book via the Blood Donor App, RedCrossBlood.org, or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Listen in…
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