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Red Cross declares national blood crisis, seeks donors The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis for only the second time in its history, citing a four-year summer low in blood donations and an urgent need for donors. All blood types are needed, with type O blood in especially short supply. The Red Cross said its supply of O-positive blood has fallen below a one-day supply, forcing it to limit distributions of some blood products to hospitals. The organization said extreme heat, poor air quality and widespread foodborne illnesses have contributed to lower donor ...
