LANSING, MI — The American Red Cross typically sees a pretty significant decline in blood and platelet donations during holiday weeks – around 21%. The upcoming Fourth of July holiday period is expected to be no different.
Of course when blood donations drop, so does the availability of blood products for hospital patients, according to the American Red Cross. Donors can help ensure blood is ready when needed by making an appointment to give in the coming weeks.
To make a difference and give blood download the free red cross blood donor app on your smartphone, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-red-cross to schedule an appointment.
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