The Epoch Times
The American Red Cross says it’s facing a national blood crisis and is urging more people to donate blood to alleviate the worst shortage its seen in more than a decade.
The low supply is posing a risk to patients and forcing doctors to decide who gets blood transfusions now and who will have to wait until more supply becomes available, according to the organization.
Because of the shortage, the Red Cross started limiting blood product distributions to hospitals. The group estimates that up to a quarter of blood needs at hospitals aren’t being met.
