Chris Hrouda from The American Red Cross

Following the July 4th holiday weekend, the American Red Cross is expected to experience a significant blood shortage and will issue an emergency request for eligible blood and platelet donors of all blood types to roll up a sleeve and help save lives.

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs a blood transfusion. As the nation’s largest provider of blood products, the Red Cross is dedicated to the safety and availability of the blood supply for patients in need.