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WEBAug 29, 2024 · We publish a variety of news stories and press releases to keep you informed about Red Cross activities, from the ways we deliver on our mission, to the impact of our work on everyday lives. Read the latest!
Red Cross Responds Across Massive Area as Full ... - American Red Cross
WEB4 days ago · Red Cross Mobilizes Massive Relief Effort in Wake of Helene’s Devastation Across the Southeast. September 28, 2024. Donations urged to help people affected by Hurricane Helene. The American Red Cross and partners are responding across an enormous area extending from Florida to Tennessee as people deal with Hurricane Helene’s overwhelming ...
Hurricane Helene - Thousands Ride Out Storm in ... - American Red Cross
WEBSep 24, 2024 · Thousands of people are dealing with the devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene and American Red Cross disaster workers are with them, providing comfort, support and relief. More than 4 million customers – as many as 12 million people - are without power across impacted states. The danger isn’t over and people in …
Pandemic a Crisis for Two Years; How the Red Cross is Helping
WEBMar 11, 2022 · It’s been two years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. COVID-19 has not changed the American Red Cross mission — we provided the same support throughout the first two …
Hurricane Helene | News - American Red Cross
WEB2 days ago · RED CROSS MOBILIZES MASSIVE RESPONSE TO HELENE As of Monday, more than 1,000 Red Cross disasters responders, over a dozen are from Kentucky, are on the ground across 10 states devastated by Hurricane Helene in the Southeast, including hard-hit North Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia and Florida. On Sunday night, more than 2,600 people stayed in 69 ...
Red Cross Declares First-ever Blood Crisis amid Omicron Surge
WEBJan 11, 2022 · The American Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis – its worst blood shortage in over a decade, posing a concerning risk to patient care. Amid this crisis, doctors have been forced to make difficult decisions about who receives blood transfusions and who will need to wait until more products become available.
Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage, calls ... - American Red Cross
WEBJan 7, 2024 · The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage as it experiences the lowest number of people giving blood in the last 20 years. Blood and platelet donations are needed now to help alleviate the shortage and ensure lifesaving medical procedures proceed without delay.
Hurricane Helene: Courage and Compassion While ... - American Red Cross
WEB2 days ago · September 30, 2024. Exactly one year ago, American Red Cross Disaster Health Services Volunteer Cindy Pennie was on a plane to Maui following the devastating wildfires. Now, she finds herself in an emergency evacuation center at Pineview Elementary School in Live Oak, Florida, helping care for those seeking refuge from Hurricane Helene.
Hurricane Helene Relief Information - American Red Cross
WEB3 days ago · Donate Now to Disaster Relief. Help people affected by disasters big and small. $10 is the minimum online donation. The Red Cross is assisting with Hurricane Helene response efforts across the Southeast. Learn how to get help if you are affected by Hurricane Helene. Learn how you can help those who are already affected.
Red Cross faces emergency blood shortage caused in part by heat - NBC News
WEBAug 6, 2024 · The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage after extreme heat impacted blood drives last month. The national supply has fallen by more than 25% since July 1, the Red Cross...