SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) says they urgently need all types of blood from donors immediately.
In a press release, CBCO says they only have a one-day supply level, a historic low, and are asking eligible donors to give blood at a CBCO blood drive or donor center as soon as possible.
“CBCO is currently facing extreme shortages of blood, with reserves at critically low levels. As the sole provider of blood to area hospitals, this shortage has a significant local impact,” said CBCO Media Relations Representative Michelle Teter. “We have not experienced a blood shortage like this in over two years. It does matter where you donate and the only way to maintain a healthy blood supply for local patients is to donate with CBCO. If you are eligible, we urge you to donate. If you have never donated before, now is the perfect time to start.”
The full article is available at ozarksfirst.com.
(Story by Drew Tasset, ozarksfirst.com)
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