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Red Cross Needs Type O Donors To Give Blood Now

Someone is counting on you right now. Please schedule your donation today.

The American Red Cross is asking eligible donors with Type O blood to make an appointment to give now to help ensure there are blood products available for patients in need.  Learn more about the need for Type O blood.   Le   


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Aunt Nadine Memory
It's a volunteer service I believe a lot in. My aunt had a rare bone disease in the early 70's that required a lot... Read more
Fighting My Fear to Save a Friend
I've been terrified of needles since I can remember, and did everything to avoid them. Recently a close friend of... Read more
Seeing the Impact
I started donating blood because I see the impact it has on people's lives every day. As President of the Tri-Cities... Read more