05/20/13 With summer around the corner, and the end of the school year in sight, new and eligible blood donors are urged to help strengthen the blood supply by volunteering to give in the next few weeks. “While summer signals rest and relaxation for a lot of us, it’s also a time...
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05/09/13 With summer around the corner, and the end of the school year in sight, new and eligible blood donors are urged to help strengthen the blood supply by volunteering to give in the next few weeks. “While summer signals rest and relaxation for a lot of us, it’s also a time...
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04/08/13 The last Ancilla College Blood Drive of the school year will be held Wednesday, April 10th from 10 am to 3 pm at the college. Ancilla College is located just two miles south of US 30 near Plymouth. Donors can sign up at the college but walk-ins are welcome. The Ancilla Blood Drive...
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03/28/13 This winter has been particularly harsh, impacting a large portion of the country causing a significant number of blood drive cancellations and impacting our blood supply. Since the beginning of February, winter weather has forced the cancellation of over 425 American Red Cross blood drives, resulting in a shortfall of more than...
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03/25/13 As the snow melts and spring rains bring fresh flowers, green grass, and warmer weather, the American Red Cross encourages area residents to be a part of change, too. Spring is about rejuvenation and research studies show that the increase in temperature is a major mood booster. “The need for blood remains...
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02/26/13 Blood donors are Everyday Heroes who help save lives. During Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross recognizes these lifesavers, thanks them for their generosity and encourages others to join their ranks. “Red Cross Month is an ideal time for people to show support for our mission,” said Sharyn Whitman, CEO of...
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01/14/13 January is National Blood Donor Month, a time when the American Red Cross recognizes and thanks the millions of dedicated blood and platelet donors across the United States for helping to ensure a stable blood supply for patients in need both locally and across the country. “Every day in our country, approximately 44,000...
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12/19/12 Firefighters, police officers and first responders are often close to the need for blood, responding to emergency situations throughout the year. This is why the Red Cross will hold the annual Marshall County Battle of the Badges on Thursday, Dec. 20, from 1:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office...
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12/14/12 The Indiana-Ohio Region of American Red Cross Blood Services hosted its annual recognition dinner at the Fort Wayne Marriott. This year’s theme of “Saving Lives by the Numbers” highlighted the many ways in which lives can be saved and how many those lives can affect. Guests at the dinner also learned Hands Only...
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11/20/12 During the 2012 holiday season, the American Red Cross asks everyone to support its mission by giving something meaningful — giving hope to those in need. Something meaningful like a blood donation is a gift that doesn’t cost a thing but can give joy and hope to a hospital patient in need....
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