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American Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage as blood supply dropped 25% in June
By ABC Detroit at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
The American Red Cross said it has an emergency blood shortage and is asking for donors to give now.According to the Red Cross, the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. The shortage is especially serious for types O positive and B negative blood.Officials say Red Cross distributions to hospitals...
Key takeaway Officials say Red Cross distributions to hospitals are nearly 3,500 units higher per week than expected, and hospitals are seeing higher demand for blood products because we're in the height of trauma season.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The emergency blood shortage declared by the American Red Cross has significant implications for Detroit 's hospitals and medical facilities. With the blood supply dropping nearly 25% in June, local hospitals are likely to feel the strain, particularly during the height of trauma season. The increased demand for blood products will put pressure on emergency departments, operating rooms, and labor and delivery units, potentially delaying critical treatments and procedures. Detroit residents who are eligible to donate can play a crucial role in alleviating this shortage by booking an appointment through the Blood Donor App or visiting RedCrossBlood.org. By doing so, they can help ensure that local hospitals have a readily available blood supply to support patients with urgent needs, including those undergoing surgery, trauma patients, and cancer patients requiring transfusions. The Red Cross's urgent call for donors underscores the need for Detroiters to take action and donate blood to support their community's medical needs.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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