(MURFREESBORO) The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood and platelet shortage. A sharp drop in blood donor turnout has contributed to the lowest post-summer blood inventory level in six years, and donors of all blood types – especially type O – and platelet donors are urged to make an appointment to give now and in the weeks ahead to help meet the needs of patients this fall.
The need for blood is constant and it doesn’t take a time out. In fact, there is currently a critical O- blood shortage and we need your help! Babies needing transfusions as part of their medical care should only receive blood from donors who have not been exposed to Cytomegalovirus (CMV) and you have the type of blood that can help them.
Donate After Getting COVID Vaccination
You may still donate after receiving a COVID-19 vaccination. Knowing the name of the manufacturer is critical in determining your blood donation eligibility.
The Red Cross follows the highest standards of safety and infection control. For the safety of our donors and staff, the Red Cross will require all those at blood drives and blood donation centers to wear face masks regardless of their vaccination status. Valve face masks are not permitted. Face shields can be worn in addition to face masks but not as a substitute.
