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Richmond, VA
Joined March 2010
Seasons may change, but the need for blood is constant. Donors of all blood types are urged to roll up a sleeve & give hope to hospital patients who rely on transfusions. Type O donors are especially needed! Don't let the blood supply fall — give now: rcblood.org/appt
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Type O donors: We need your help to 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
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DYK: 1.6 million children in the U.S. have a parent serving in the military? Learn about the programs and services the American Red Cross offers military members & their families each and every day: 🔗 rdcrss.org/3iBrERV
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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)
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Even the rain and wind couldn’t stop this amazing trio from sharing our preparedness resources with our community at Saturday’s Town of Bowling Green VA Harvest Festival ☔️💕
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We're saying thank-boo with up to $20 in gifts! Get a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email when you come to give blood or platelets Oct. 19-Nov. 22 plus score 500 bonus points for a $10 e-gift card through Donor Rewards. Don't ghost us! Schedule now: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa (T&C)
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One donation, twice the lifesaving power. If you have type O-, O+, A- or B- blood, make it a Power Red donation! Make your donation go further: rcblood.org/PowerRed
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Platelets are a part of your blood, often needed by cancer patients. Platelets must be used within 5 days of donation. The Red Cross has a constant, often critical, need for new & current donors to give to meet hospital demand for platelets. Learn more: rcblood.org/platelet
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Volunteers Needed! You can make a difference with the Red Cross! Right now, we are looking for support with blood collections! Join our lifesaving team to help support blood collections in your community. 🔗 Learn more: rdcrss.org/3tX79W4
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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
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A reminder to include your pets when practicing your escape plan in the event of a disaster! Include your pets in your family plan to help protect them when a disaster, like a home fire, happens. 🐶 🐱
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No scare tactics here, just a real need for donors. And here's a treat for your help: Come to give blood or platelets Sept. 21-Oct. 18 and get a $15 e-gift card to the merchant of your choice. Help support patients this fall: rcblood.org/4frUYJx
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No tricks. Just treats for donors and hope for patients. 🧡 Hurry in to give blood or platelets by Oct. 18 and receive a $15 e-gift card to the merchant of your choice as thanks. Schedule your visit: rcblood.org/4frUYJx
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3 simple steps to ensure your family is prepared for disasters: 1️⃣ Build a kit 2️⃣ Make a plan 3️⃣ Stay informed The Red Cross is your partner in getting prepared for emergencies. Download the free Red Cross Emergency app to get lifesaving information in the palm of your hand.⛑️
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More type O blood donors are needed now to keep up with hospital demand. You can help ensure that hospitals are ready for patient emergencies and everyday needs. Give: rcblood.org/appt
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Hay, you! Let us point you to a blood drive. Come to give blood or platelets Sept. 21-Oct. 18 and we'll say thanks with a $15 e-gift card to the merchant of your choice. Change lives this fall! Book now at rcblood.org/4frUYJx
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🔥 🍳 Fire Prevention Week! If you fry food and see smoke, turn the burner off! Many fires are started while trying to fry food. Be on the safe side and keep an eye on the stove!
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🏠 🚒 It's always important to prepare your children in the event you have a home fire. 1) Teach them what a smoke alarm sounds like. 2) Practice a family escape plan. 3) Tell them to never go back into a burning home.
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Pumpkin spice is back. Football is back. Sweater weather is back. And the need for blood and platelets? It never left. Make your appointment to give now: rcblood.org/appt
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DYK? Military caregivers spend over 40 hours per week caring for loved ones. 🔗 Learn more about how the Red Cross works with military and veteran families every day: rdcrss.org/3iBrERV
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