platelets
Coverage of platelets in the Nexus archive.
- Vermont faces an emergency blood shortage from summer donation lull
Vermont is experiencing an emergency blood shortage due to a summer donation lull, with half of available blood donation appointments unfilled. The American Red Cross reported a 25% national blood supply drop in June, exacerbated by increased summer demand from accidents and reduced donations as people vacation.
- Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage
The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage after a 25% drop in supply last month, with critical needs for platelets, O-positive, and B-negative blood types. Donors are encouraged to participate, with a Fandango Movie Ticket offered as an incentive until July 31.
- There’s an ‘emergency blood shortage’ in Middle TN, Southern KY, per the Red Cross. Here’s when and where to donate
The American Red Cross is urging residents of Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky to address an 'emergency blood shortage' caused by a months-long decline in donations. The shortage is particularly critical for platelets and O positive and B negative blood types, with hospital demand exceeding supply. Donors who schedule appointments between July 13 and 31 will receive a Fandango movie ticket.