Schedule of local blood drives being held in February and March available

The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage, and there is an urgent need for donors locally and across the U.S. So schedule an appointment at an upcoming blood drive, roll up your sleeves, and give the gift of life.

Every two seconds, someone needs blood, platelets, or plasma to survive. Your donation will make a difference.

A schedule of blood drives in Morgantown for February and March is available; donors are urged to give blood at an upcoming drive.To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org.

The Red Cross will hold a special blood drive for WVU Hospitals employees on Thursday, March 17, from 1-6 p.m. in the Bruce McClymonds Conference Center at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital. This flyer has more details.

Contact Ryan Edsall of the American Red Cross Blood Services, North Central West Virginia, Greater Alleghenies Region, at 681-209-1868 or ryan.edsall@redcross.org with questions.