Written by Marketing Intern Rose Provine
People all across the country have donated blood this year, but the American Red Cross still needs more. With blood products going out the door almost as fast as donations are coming in, the amount of blood available for patients is still below what it should be.
While most people are aware that blood is needed to treat accident victims or patients having surgery, they don't realize that there are many other reasons why a patient may need blood. Burn victims, patients with blood disorders, cancer patients and many others may need blood during their treatment.
Giving blood is a very simple process with a life-saving reward. You can make an appointment to give blood or platelets by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or by visiting www.redcrossblood.org. To be eligible, you must be 17 years of age or older, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in generally good health.
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