News & Events | Press Releases & Videos | American Red Cross
WEBSep 19, 2024 — We publish a variety of news stories and press releases to keep you informed about Red Cross activities, from the ways we deliver on our mission, to the impact of our work on everyday lives. Read the latest!
Red Cross Helping People Living with Helene’s ... - American Red Cross
WEBSep 28, 2024 — About the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families.
Hurricane Helene - Thousands Ride Out Storm in ... - American Red Cross
WEBSep 24, 2024 — Thousands of people are dealing with the devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene and American Red Cross disaster workers are with them, providing comfort, support and relief. More than 4 million customers – as many as 12 million people - are without power across impacted states. The danger isn’t over and people in …
Hurricane Helene: Courage and Compassion While ... - American Red Cross
WEB5 days ago — September 30, 2024. Exactly one year ago, American Red Cross Disaster Health Services Volunteer Cindy Pennie was on a plane to Maui following the devastating wildfires. Now, she finds herself in an emergency evacuation center at Pineview Elementary School in Live Oak, Florida, helping care for those seeking refuge from Hurricane Helene.
Red Cross national blood inventory plummets 25% in ... - American Red Cross
WEBAug 18, 2024 — The American Red Cross faces an emergency blood shortage after its national blood inventory plummeted more than 25% in July. More donors are needed now.
Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage, calls ... - American Red Cross
WEBJan 7, 2024 — The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage as it experiences the lowest number of people giving blood in the last 20 years. Blood and platelet donations are needed now to help alleviate the shortage and ensure lifesaving medical procedures proceed without delay.
Blood Shortage Continues, Please Give Blood Now - American Red Cross
WEBSep 20, 2023 — The American Red Cross declared a national blood shortage on Sept. 11, citing a critically low blood supply level that dropped nearly 25% since early August.
American Red Cross | Help Those Affected by Disasters
WEBThe American Red Cross is on the ground helping people who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene. Go to redcross.org/shelter to find a shelter or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) if you need assistance - 24 hours a day. Learn more about how the Red Cross is helping.
Pandemic a Crisis for Two Years; How the Red Cross is Helping
WEBMar 11, 2022 — It’s been two years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. COVID-19 has not changed the American Red Cross mission — we provided the same support throughout the first two …
Red Cross Declares First-ever Blood Crisis amid Omicron Surge
WEBJan 11, 2022 — The American Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis – its worst blood shortage in over a decade, posing a concerning risk to patient care. Amid this crisis, doctors have been forced to make difficult decisions about who receives blood transfusions and who will need to wait until more products become available.