American Red Cross encouraging donors of all blood types to donate in Columbia

By Zimmer Communications
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A mid-Missouri resident donates blood in Columbia (file photo courtesy of American Red Cross central and northern Missouri chapter spokeswoman Ann Vastmans)

You have another opportunity this morning and afternoon to donate blood in Columbia.

The American Red Cross’ central and northern Missouri chapter says donors of all blood types are encouraged to donate, especially those with type O blood and donors giving platelets. You can donate blood from 8:30 am until 3 pm today at the Red Cross’ Columbia blood donation center on South Providence.

The American Red Cross says more than a quarter of all blood products each year are used in critical care and emergency room cases, highlighting the importance of generous blood and platelet donors.