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Southwestern Indiana Red Cross Hosting Blood Drives in January for National Blood Donor Month

Ryan O'Bryan — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 07:44:26 +0000

Assuming the world doesn't end on Dec. 21st (let's say for argument sake, it won't, or didn't depending on when you read this), the new year will bring with it a high demand for blood. In an effort to keep up supplies, the Southwestern Indiana Red Cross will host several blood drives across the Evansville area beginning New Year's Day.

Give Blood on Wednesday and You Could Win a $1,000 Visa Gift Card

Ryan O'Bryan — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:13 +0000

As I mentioned in a previous entry, the holiday's provide a double-edged sword for the Southwestern Indiana Chapter of the American Red Cross. On one hand the demand for blood is at one of its highest points of the year, while on the other hand, supply is low as the hustle and bustle of the holiday season prevents people from finding time to donate.

Red Cross Looking to Stock Up for the Holidays with Blood Drives Across the Tri-State

Ryan O'Bryan — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 07:14:32 +0000

The holidays are a double-edged sword for the American Red Cross. The need for blood increases while the number of donors decreases as people focus on their holiday plans. In an effort to make to sure their supply is ready for whatever the holiday season throws at them, the Southwestern Indiana Chapter of the Red Cross will be staging several blood drives across the tri-state from December 1st - 15th.

Hurricane Irene a Major Threat – You Can Help

Kat Mykals — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 03:13:39 +0000

The rain has already begun as the East Coast prepares for Hurricane Irene to make landfall on Saturday. The storm is expected to have a very large path of destruction spanning from the Carolinas to as far north as Massachusetts. AP News has reported that 2 Million people have been told to evacuate. Hurricane warnings [...]