The need for blood donations is heightened after severe winter storms that recently swept the country. According to the American Red Cross, those weather conditions canceled donation appointments in several states. The organization is putting out the call for help from people in unaffected areas.
“Every two seconds, someone in this country relies on a blood donation,” Maya Franklin, with the American Red Cross of the Greater Carolinas, said.
Before rushing out to make a donation, there are some things to know about your COVID-19 status and how it impacts your ability to donate blood.
