#Halloween should be 👻 spooky, not dangerous. Help trick-or-treaters stay safe by making sure they can see and be seen. Use reflective tape on costumes and treat bags, carry a flashlight & cross only at sidewalks and crosswalks. rdcrss.org/3TXEn8N

Blood donors are a-maze-ing & so is this thank-you! Come give blood or platelets Oct. 19-Nov. 22 & get a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email plus 500 bonus points redeemable for a $10 e-gift card through Donor Rewards. That's up to $20 in gifts! Book now: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa (T&C)

1 de cada 7 pacientes hospitalizados necesitará una transfusión de sangre, pero solo el 3 % de las personas dona. No esperes a que ocurra una emergencia. Agenda tu cita con la Cruz Roja: RedCrossBlood.org/espanol

Looking for a meaningful way to support your community? Join our live, virtual panel on Oct. 27, 3-4 pm to learn about two vital disaster response volunteer roles: Disaster Action Team (on-the-scene care) and Duty Officer (dispatch). Register: rdcrss.org/3TZpGC4

In this month's "Diary of a Nurse" column, RN and Red Cross communications volunteer Haley Heisley highlights Breast Cancer Awareness Month and stresses the importance of preventative screenings for women age 40 and older. rdcrss.org/4BfIs8R

Up to $20 in Gift Cards! Get thanked with a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email plus 500 bonus points for a $10 e-gift card through Donor Rewards when you come give blood Oct. 19-Nov. 22. A small detour in your day can lead to a big impact this fall. Book: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa

This morning, our Disaster Action Team volunteers providing emergency assistance to one person in response to a home fire on the 1300 block of Brown St. in North Philadelphia. #EndHomeFires

Today, our Disaster Action Team provided emergency assistance to a family of 6 in response to a home fire on the 5900 block of Houghton St. in the Roxborough neighborhood of Northwest Philadelphia. #EndHomeFires

What inspired your first blood donation? For Aaron, it was curiosity. Since then, he’s donated at least 10 times and says giving blood helps him feel like he’s making a difference. Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Give today: redcrossblood.org

October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month. Here's ⬇️ some things you should know. Get trained: redcross.org/take-a-class

When disaster strikes, local Red Cross volunteer Bill Gausch goes where he's needed most. Now on his third Pacific deployment this year, Bill has spent retirement helping families recover from home fires and major disasters nationwide. Read his story: rdcrss.org/3UfeEbV

According to a recent survey, only 20% of Philadelphians say they verify chargers are properly certified before buying them. While cheap chargers may seem like a good deal, they can damage your battery & increase the risk of fire! #FirePreventionMonth @PhillyFireDept

Type O donors: We need you to help meet patient needs! O+ is the most transfused blood type & can be used by patients of any Rh-positive blood type. O- is the universal blood type & is often used in emergencies. Don't wait. Make an appointment to donate. rcblood.org/appt

Wanted: Healthy blood donors! Can you give after getting a flu shot? Yes, as long as you're feeling well. Learn more about eligibility topics: rcblood.org/eligibility

Americana, un espacio para aprender, compartir experiencias, recibir noticias y conectar con otras personas comprometidas con salvar vidas mediante la donación de sangre. ¡Únete! bit.ly/3VdufZv

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we're celebrating partnership in action. @nahnnursing Philly Chapter & Red Cross SEPA are working together to advance blood donation awareness, health equity and community outreach to help strengthen local communities. rdcrss.org/3VB6ZoL

Nora turned unimaginable loss into purpose. After a devastating fire changed her family's life, her Red Cross family stood by her. Today, she honors her daughters' legacy through organ donation advocacy and lifesaving work. rdcrss.org/4ypIOY7

Historic eligibility changes have made blood donation more inclusive, allowing more people to roll up a sleeve and support patients. Take pride in every drop: RedCrossBlood.org/LGBTQ

Our hearts go out to the West Philadelphia community following today's tragic apartment fire on the 4400 block of Chestnut Street. Our Disaster Action Team responders are providing support to 4 people at this time.

8 years ago, Gene joined the Red Cross after retiring. Today, he’s still showing up for neighbors on their worst days. "You're not just giving. You're receiving too.” Read Gene's story: rdcrss.org/4dtP0Xq