American Red Cross Local Blood Services Jonesboro, AR

In the U.S., a blood transfusion is needed about every two seconds. Thedemand continues to outpace the supply, in part because today’s medicaltechniques require more blood transfusions. Because each blood donationis separated into three components—red cells, platelets and plasma—just one donation can help save up to three lives, maybe even someone you know.

And blood is always needed. It’s perishable and must constantly be replaced. In the Greater Ozarks-Arkansas Blood Services Region, we annually distribute over 134,000 blood products to patients in need. To do that, we count on about 500 donations of whole blood every day.

Please give. To schedule a donation appointment, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or schedule an appointment online.