Both the American Red Cross and Vitalant are asking people to schedule an appointment and donate ...

A single blood donation can save up to three lives by providing red blood cells, platelets, and plasma to trauma victims, ...

The American Red Cross blood donations account for nearly 40% of the nation’s blood supply. Currently, the organization reports what they call an emergency shortage. Leaders with the nonprofit said ...

Vitalant faces a shortage of type O blood, prompting an urgent call for donors. The versatile O blood type is crucial for saving lives.

Nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant is facing a critical shortage of type O blood and urges all donors, especially ...

The doctor in charge of supplying most of the hospitals in Nashville and Middle Tennessee with life-saving blood is urging ...

There is tremendous demand for blood in hospitals. Many patients die because they are not able to cope with the loss of blood. The blood donated is used to: Replace blood lost during injury as in ...

Those who are considering donating blood may be curious about what to expect. Experts at UAB Hospital answer five common questions about blood donation. To give blood, donors must be 17 years of age ...

Vitalant, a nonprofit blood bank, says its type O blood supply has dropped to a two-year low and is urging donors to schedule appointments.

Blood donation itself usually takes about 8 to 10 minutes. The whole process may take up to 1 hour, as you may need to sign some forms, have a checkup, or rest afterward. Donating blood is usually a ...