Midwest
December 28, 2010
The Red Cross recognizes and thanks the millions of blood donors who roll up their sleeves to help patients in need
January is National Blood Donor Month, a time when the Red Cross recognizes and thanks the millions of donors across the United States who roll up their sleeves and donate blood...
December 27, 2010
OMAHA, Neb.– In life, Jessica Lutton Bedient gave her time and energy to help others in her community and around the world. And, even in death following a tragic car accident in October, the 26-year-old newlywed continued to give – giving her heart to a young girl, her lungs to a man...
December 3, 2010
WASHINGTON, Friday, December 03, 2010 — At present, there are no specific federal recommendations regarding deferral of individuals with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) or other diseases that have been associated with Murine Leukemia Virus-related virus (XMRV) infection. Nevertheless, in the...
November 10, 2010
For some, the search has already started: hours spent looking through sale circulars, scouring websites, making a list of stores – all in search of the perfect holiday gift at the perfect price.
But the perfect gift isn't the latest electronic gadget or the must-have toy of the year, and...
August 27, 2010
Blood donations through the local American Red Cross Blood Services Region have been declining this summer and supplies are currently less than sufficient. All blood types are needed to ensure blood supplies do not drop to emergency levels.
Summer blood donors can mean the difference between an...
August 4, 2010
The American Red Cross Blood Services is proud to unveil the Give Blood Countdown Facebook application. This new application will provide a fun way for you to share your good deeds and encourage others to donate blood!
July 13, 2010
Every minute of every day someone needs blood and shortages of all blood types can happen during the summer.
July 2, 2010
Voluntarily giving blood or platelets for patients in need is a great reward in itself, but the American Red Cross and Red Cross Racing are upping the ante by giving away a brand new car.
June 24, 2010
Citing potential shortages of certain blood types before and after the Independence Day holiday weekend, the American Red Cross announces a donor appreciation promotion that includes a chance to win a $500 gas gift card and complimentary Red Cross Racing-themed lip balm.
June 17, 2010
This summer, you don’t need to wear a cape or special suit to be a hero. In about an hour, you can be a lifesaver by giving blood at an American Red Cross “Reel Heroes” blood drive in your community.
At participating blood drives, all presenting blood donors will receive a movie...
