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The Latest Breaking News from the American Red Cross

American Red Cross declares national emergency as blood supply runs low

The disaster relief nonprofit is specifically seeking type O donors, as their blood is the most widely compatible

The Independent UK

Red Cross Declares National Blood Emergency After Supply Drops 25 Percent: Here's How You Can Help

The American Red Cross declared a blood emergency July 13 after supply fell 25% in June. Hospitals face a dangerous shortage. Here's who can donate and how to help now.

Medical Daily

How to start volunteering: ‘There are roles to fit all interests and skill sets’

Common misconceptions are that you don’t have the right skills, or you need to make a huge time commitment

The Guardian - US

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The Fourth of July Is One of America's Highest Drowning-Risk Days: What Parents Need to Do Today

July 4 is one of America's highest drowning-risk days. The American Red Cross identifies 5 core water safety skills every child should have. Here's the checklist for parents today.

Medical Daily

The demand for unvaccinated blood over standard transfusions is rising, but doctors warn that this ‘RFK Jr. effect’ is only causing more problems

Health researchers are seeing a rise in patients refusing life-saving blood transfusions because they believe the blood comes from vaccinated donors, a trend that is already leading to serious medical complications, according to the Daily Mail. This shift is creating significant hurdles in clinical settings, as patients and their families…

The Mary Sue

A new poll finds young volunteers embrace informal, everyday acts of service. So do some nonprofits

A new survey by The Allstate Foundation and Gallup suggests that young people do give back, even if their charitable works happen less formally and more sporadically

The Independent UK

Want to go to the Super Bowl? It will just cost you a little blood

The American Red Cross has teamed up with Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley for a campaign that offers fans the opportunity to attend the big game

The Independent UK

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More elderly Americans are choking to death. Are these devices the answer?

Each year, choking claims the lives of more than 4,100 Americans who are 65 or older

The Independent UK

Utah Considers Allowing Patients To Bring Own Blood

Utah bill proposes directed blood donations, sparking debate on patient autonomy and public health implications.

Top News

Utah Republicans push hospitals to let patients bring their own blood as vaccine concerns linger

Health care facilities in Utah would be required to let patients bring their own blood or choose their own donor for medical procedures under legislation gaining momentum in Utah

The Independent UK

This Is Your Last Chance to Buy the Best 911

Porsche launched the 911 S/T in 2023 to celebrate the model’s 60th anniversary. The company pledged to make just 1,963 of them, honoring the 911’s first model year, and Porsche has assigned all but one of them in the United States to customers. Porsche Cars North America pulled this final…

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Billionaires, Tech Giants, and Celebrities Donate to LA Wildfire Victims: How Much Did They Give?

Celebrities like Leonardo Di Caprio and Beyoncé and billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg and Steve Ballmer are working alongside Amazon and Google to support Los Angeles wildfire victims.

International Business Times UK

If you’re struggling due to the LA wildfires, you might be able to request mortgage forbearance. Here’s how

JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America have programs offering mortgage relief to homeowners impacted by the California wildfires.

Fortune

Sussexes donate supplies to people affected by Los Angeles fires

Harry and Meghan are also believed to have invited into their home friends and loved ones who had been forced to evacuate.

Evening Standard

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Sussexes urge people to help friends evacuated due to Los Angeles fires

Five people have died and thousands have left their properties.

The Independent UK

Jay-Z and Diddy friendship timeline: From rap collaborations to assault allegations

The two New York rap music moguls have been linked in various ways since the mid-1990s

The Texas Tribune

Tropical Storm Beryl: How to get help and help Texans

Officials warn of continued flooding and other risks as Beryl leaves. Groups are mobilizing to help affected Texans.

Top News

Houston Area Faces Worsening Flood Conditions After Heavy Storms

Houston area faces severe flooding threat after heavy storms, prompting evacuations and high-water rescues. Authorities warn of potentially catastrophic fl...

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Red Cross declares an emergency blood shortage, as number of donors hits 20-year low

The number of people donating blood has dropped 40% over the last two decades, according to the Red Cross. Severe winter weather and illnesses could make an already bad situation even worse, it says.

Medical Daily

Donate Blood, Make A Life-Or-Death Difference: Red Cross Urges Action Amid Emergency Shortage

The number of people donating blood through the American Red Cross has fallen by about 40% in the past two decades, the agency said.

The Texas Tribune

How Texans can prepare for extreme weather

Natural disasters — including winter storms, hurricanes, extreme heat, wildfires and droughts — can happen at any time. Preparation is key to staying safe during an emergency.

Zenger

US At Risk: Earthquake Preparation Crucial For All 50 States

American Red Cross urges nationwide earthquake drill to ensure readiness and safety.

The Conversation

Being told where their blood ends up encourages donors to give again – new research

Telling people who have donated blood when and where the blood was used makes them more likely to do it again, according to our new study. Donors who got details like the date and the hospital were 10% more likely to donate again than people who were just thanked.

Chicago Sun-Times

Two major Chicago-area hospitals are unaffected so far in national blood shortage

Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center officials say the shortage hasn’t touched them or affected surgical schedules. But both call on Chicagoans to donate blood and platelets.

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