Some teenagers dream of getting a driver's license, buying a cheap car and spending late nights out with friends. But when he was young, Ryan Dolce hoped to one day give blood. At the time, the now-30 ...

The American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets this month.

Just days before the end of 2025, Nancy Prater of Buffalo Grove marked a remarkable milestone — celebrating her 400th blood and platelet donation during a special recognition at the Vitalant Arlington ...

RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — Atlantic hurricane season began this month. Disasters like hurricanes and severe summer weather can disrupt blood drives for several days and impact the momentum of a growing ...

The American Red Cross is urging people to give blood or platelets in March to help the national blood supply recover from a severe blood shortage while empowering their health. Read more: ...

Volunteers often gather more than just blood at blood drives. They also collect platelets— cell fragments carried in the bloodstream to prevent bleeding— which are needed for treatments every 15 ...

American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donations in Illinois and Missouri this March to address shortages and support patient care.