The American Red Cross says it’s experiencing a nationwide blood shortage and is making an urgent plea for blood donations.
JoAnn Woody, executive director of the Greater Kansas City and Northwest Missouri chapter, says recent heatwaves are one of the reasons causing a decrease in donations.
Nationwide, the Red Cross’ blood supply has fallen by more than 25 percent since July 1st. Woody says blood donors of all types, particularly Type O, are urged to give as soon as possible.
The American Red Cross has an app available for blood donors to use and find their nearest donation site, as well as keep track of previous donations. More information about donating blood, as well as qualifications for blood donors, are available on the Red Cross’ website.
Upcoming Blood Donation Opportunities in August
Aug. 5, 1-5:30 p.m. – Central Christian Church, 201 S 4th St, Moberly
Aug. 5, 1:30-5:30 p.m. – American Legion, 733 E Young St, Warrensburg
Aug. 7, 12-4 p.m. – First United Methodist Church (Thompson Campus), 916 Thompson Blvd, Sedalia
Aug. 8, 12-5 p.m. – First Baptist Church, 207 Ohio St., Lincoln
Aug. 8, 1-5 p.m. – First Baptist Church, 101 W Davis, Fayette
Aug. 9, 1:30-5:30 p.m. – Cairo Christian Church, 104 Baker St, Cairo
Aug. 13, 12-5p – The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1515 SE Route DD, Warrensburg
Aug. 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1708 Elm Hills Rd, Sedalia
Aug. 14, 1-5 p.m. – Countryside Eagles #4286, 29354 Route H, Lincoln
Aug. 14, 1-5 p.m. – Knights of Columbus, S Osage, Tipton
Aug. 15, 2-6 p.m. – Stover Community Center, 600 Legion Dr, Stover
Aug. 19, 12-5 p.m. – Elks Lodge, 822 E Young St, Warrensburg
Aug. 20, 12-4:15 p.m., Katy Trail Community Health, 1825 Atchison Ave, Marshall
Aug. 21, 1-6 p.m. – St Paul Lutheran Church, 207 N Owen, California
Aug. 21, 1:30-6:30 p.m. – New Hope United Methodist Church, 1046 Route P, Clark
Aug. 23, 1-5 p.m. – Sam’s HealthMart Pharmacy, 300 N Morley, Moberly
Aug. 26, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. – Central Methodist University, Fayette
Aug. 26, 2-6 p.m. – Nelson United Methodist Church, 407 E Spring St, Boonville
Aug. 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Malcolm Center, Missouri Valley College, Marshall
Aug. 28, 12-4 p.m. – Moberly Area Community College, 101 E College, Moberly
Aug. 28, 1-6 p.m. – Glasgow High School
Aug. 28, 2-6 p.m. – Chilhowee R-V School
Aug. 30, 1-5 p.m. – Central Christian College of the Bible, 911 E Urbandale, Moberly