You can help fight against the worst blood shortage in a decade this Friday. The American Red Cross announced a national blood crisis in January when it reported a 10 percent decline in the number of donors as blood drives were canceled and staffing issues arose due to the pandemic. The Community Blood Center, which supplies 100 percent of the blood for Door County Medical Center, has not been exempt from the shortage either. Tina Ferron from The Community Blood Center says they are especially looking for those who have never donated blood.
Sturgeon Bay Community Church is hosting this Friday’s drive for The Community Blood Center. It will take place from noon to 5:30 p.m. and even though appointments are encouraged, walk-ins will be welcomed if slots are available. You can sign up for your appointment here. According to The Community Blood Center, blood has a shelf life of 42 days and someone is in need of it every two seconds.
