BloodCenter of Wisconsin - Emergency Appeal for Blood Donations

Emergency appeal for blood donations

BloodCenter of Wisconsin is issuing an EMERGENCY APPEAL for blood donations. Due to a critical shortage – all blood types are needed.

• We experienced a shortfall in donations in the past few weeks as a result of the flu season. The recent winter snowstorm created an even greater urgency because of the cancellation of scheduled donation appointments.
• We have had less than a one day supply of O negative blood for nearly a week. We have had less than a two day supply of most other blood types for more than a month. To ensure we are prepared for any trauma situation, our goal is to have a constant three day supply.
• Patients in our communities depend on us. We are the exclusive providers of blood to 56 Wisconsin hospitals. But we cannot fulfill our mission without the generosity of our donors.
• We must maintain the blood supply necessary to help those patients in need of emergency surgery; the victim of a tragic accident, or a cancer patient awaiting a blood transfusion – critical to the healing process.

To schedule an appointment, call 1-877-BE-A-HERO. Anyone 17 or older who is in general good health and meets eligibility requirements is encouraged to donate blood. Parental consent is required for
16-year-olds to donate. The entire process takes about an hour. Donors should bring a photo ID that includes birth date.

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