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Here’s how to participate in the annual ‘Blood Battle’ between University of Michigan, Ohio State
Read full article: Here’s how to participate in the annual ‘Blood Battle’ between University of Michigan, Ohio StateThe annual blood drive competition between the University of Michigan and Ohio State University is underway, and people have the chance to donate and get a tour of Michigan Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 17.
Donate blood at a Gardner-White store to save lives and be entered to win a $500 gift certificate
Read full article: Donate blood at a Gardner-White store to save lives and be entered to win a $500 gift certificateGardner-White is partnering with the American Red Cross to host several blood drives throughout Metro Detroit.
Preparing for a crisis starts well before a disaster takes place
Read full article: Preparing for a crisis starts well before a disaster takes placeEvery eight minutes, the American Red Cross helps someone affected by a disaster. These disasters vary from a home fire to communities impacted by hurricane or wildfire.
Red Cross partners with “Elf” to boost holiday blood donations in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Red Cross partners with “Elf” to boost holiday blood donations in Metro DetroitThe movie "Elf" is returning to theaters this Friday to celebrate its 20th anniversary, and it's partnering with the American Red Cross in hopes of inspiring that spirit of giving in Elf fans everywhere.
Red Cross urges blood donation amid national shortage: How to find a drive in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Red Cross urges blood donation amid national shortage: How to find a drive in Metro DetroitThe American Red Cross said blood donations are urgently needed after the national blood supply fell to critical levels in August.
Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives in Metro Detroit: What to know
Read full article: Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives in Metro Detroit: What to knowGardner-White is partnering with the American Red Cross to host several blood drives throughout Metro Detroit.
Donate blood at a Gardner-White store to save lives and be entered to win a $500 gift certificate
Read full article: Donate blood at a Gardner-White store to save lives and be entered to win a $500 gift certificateGardner-White is partnering with the American Red Cross to host several blood drives throughout Metro Detroit.
American Red Cross urging African Americans to give blood
Read full article: American Red Cross urging African Americans to give bloodThe American Red Cross is urging African Americans to give blood right now, as blood from that race is running short and is used more frequently to treat sickle cell anemia.
Metro Detroiter blood donor saved by own blood donation
Read full article: Metro Detroiter blood donor saved by own blood donationMerrissa Hoffman, 32, of Rochester Hills had always wanted to donate blood, but she had never actually done it. When a friend who is a regular donor mentioned she had an appointment to give, Hoffman decided to make one too.
Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout Metro Detroit
Read full article: Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout Metro DetroitGardner-White is partnering with the American Red Cross to host several blood drives throughout Metro Detroit.
Red Cross issues plea for African Americans to donate blood during Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Read full article: Red Cross issues plea for African Americans to donate blood during Sickle Cell Awareness MonthBlood donations are always necessary, but September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month. The Red Cross has issued a specific plea to the African American community to step up and donate.
Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout Metro Detroit
Read full article: Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout Metro DetroitGardner-White is partnering with the American Red Cross to host several blood drives throughout Metro Detroit.
House fire survivor installing smoke alarms throughout Detroit homes to prevent possible tragedies
Read full article: House fire survivor installing smoke alarms throughout Detroit homes to prevent possible tragediesMia Radosavac lost her entire family to a house fire in 2018, and she is determined to prevent another family from experiencing a similar tragedy.
Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout Metro Detroit
Read full article: Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout Metro DetroitGardner-White is partnering with the American Red Cross to host several blood drives throughout Metro Detroit.
Annual blood battle pits University of Michigan fans against other schools as blood supplies are critical
Read full article: Annual blood battle pits University of Michigan fans against other schools as blood supplies are criticalThis winter’s annual blood battle between college football fans comes at a critical time of need.
Walled Lake marijuana dispensary to reward blood, plasma donations with free joints
Read full article: Walled Lake marijuana dispensary to reward blood, plasma donations with free jointsA Southeast Michigan dispensary is prepared to offer free marijuana to adults who prove they donated blood or plasma in an effort to aid a severe national blood and plasma shortage.
Why donating blood is so important as nation faces ‘dangerously low blood supply levels’
Read full article: Why donating blood is so important as nation faces ‘dangerously low blood supply levels’The American Red Cross has now declared a national blood crisis and said the nation is facing the worst shortage of blood in more than a decade.
Red Cross declares blood crisis as US faces ‘dangerously low blood supply levels’
Read full article: Red Cross declares blood crisis as US faces ‘dangerously low blood supply levels’The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis for the first time as the country faces its worst blood shortage in more than a decade.
Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout Metro Detroit
Read full article: Gardner-White partners with American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout Metro DetroitGardner-White is partnering with the American Red Cross to host several blood drives at stores throughout Metro Detroit.
West Bloomfield Fire Department: Working smoke alarm helps save resident on Sweetbriar
Read full article: West Bloomfield Fire Department: Working smoke alarm helps save resident on SweetbriarThe West Bloomfield Fire Department said a working smoke alarm helped alert and save a resident from a fire Thursday night at a home in the 700 block of Sweetbriar Street.
Michigan, Ohio State fans teaming up for annual blood battle to raise supply for American Red Cross
Read full article: Michigan, Ohio State fans teaming up for annual blood battle to raise supply for American Red CrossThe Red Cross needs to collect 10,000 additional blood products each week over the next month to overcome the current shortage.
U-M, Ohio State fans teaming up for annual blood battle to raise supply for American Red Cross
Read full article: U-M, Ohio State fans teaming up for annual blood battle to raise supply for American Red CrossThe Red Cross needs to collect 10,000 additional blood products each week over the next month to overcome the current shortage.
Cancer patient, surgeon encourage others to donate blood as supply hits record lows
Read full article: Cancer patient, surgeon encourage others to donate blood as supply hits record lowsAccording to the American Red Cross, September and October had the lowest national blood inventory levels in more than a decade.
American Red Cross calls for more blood donations as national shortage continues
Read full article: American Red Cross calls for more blood donations as national shortage continuesIn this blood clinic -- aptly called Vampire’s Lair -- there is nothing to fear. One donation can save up to three people.
Monroe police officer encourages others to donate blood after being shot in line of duty
Read full article: Monroe police officer encourages others to donate blood after being shot in line of dutyA Monroe police officer is working to encourage others to donate blood as hospitals face a critical need.
Little Caesars Arena teams up with American Red Cross to host blood drive as hospitals face critical need
Read full article: Little Caesars Arena teams up with American Red Cross to host blood drive as hospitals face critical needHospitals across the country are facing dangerously low supplies of blood.
Want a career helping to save lives? Then this hiring event is for you
Read full article: Want a career helping to save lives? Then this hiring event is for youIf you’ve ever considered a career in helping to save lives, then this announcement is for you: The Red Cross may be just the organization to work with, and they’re hiring.
American Red Cross volunteers hand out clean-up kits across Metro Detroit
Read full article: American Red Cross volunteers hand out clean-up kits across Metro DetroitAs Metro Detroiters deal with the aftermath of the devastating storms, the American Red Cross is traveling from city to city to help people clean up.
Blood shortage impacts Metro Detroit hospitals, donations needed
Read full article: Blood shortage impacts Metro Detroit hospitals, donations neededA national blood shortage is now impacting hospitals around Metro Detroit. Some hospitals have been forced to make changes and are asking the public to roll up their sleeves to help out.
Morning Briefing June 15, 2021: Warren police officer under investigation over racist Facebook comments, ex-Gov. Rick Snyder faces pretrial hearing in Flint water crisis
Read full article: Morning Briefing June 15, 2021: Warren police officer under investigation over racist Facebook comments, ex-Gov. Rick Snyder faces pretrial hearing in Flint water crisisHere are this morning's top stories.
Red Cross: Urgent need for blood donors as patients catch up on needed care
Read full article: Red Cross: Urgent need for blood donors as patients catch up on needed careThe American Red Cross is urging blood donors to make an appointment as soon as possible to help address a national blood shortage.
Nightside Report June 5, 2021: Oakland County apartment fire kills 1, Sunday is second consecutive Ozone Action day, high temperatures to continue
Read full article: Nightside Report June 5, 2021: Oakland County apartment fire kills 1, Sunday is second consecutive Ozone Action day, high temperatures to continueHere are tonight's top stories.
Immigrant teens to be housed at Dallas convention center
Read full article: Immigrant teens to be housed at Dallas convention centerFILE - In this March 31, 2020 file photo, a leaning sign sits in front of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in downtown Dallas. “There’s no other way to claim it than a Biden border crisis.”Texas Gov. The memo sent to Dallas City Council members says the Federal Emergency Management Agency and HHS will “be responsible for providing shelter management and contracts” for food, security, cleaning, and medical care at the convention center. Dallas previously offered space to HHS during the 2014 surge of crossings of immigrant children. HHS also has said it will house immigrant youths in Midland.
Metro Detroit family grateful for donations that kept young daughter alive during cancer treatments
Read full article: Metro Detroit family grateful for donations that kept young daughter alive during cancer treatmentsCollecting enough blood donations to meet the constant need was a challenge for the American Red Cross before the coronavirus pandemic. That’s why one Metro Detroit family wants to make sure that blood is always there for anyone who needs it. “Without that transfusion, we wouldn’t have been able to make the step two, step three, step four.”Throughout her treatment, blood was critical. The family speaks about their gratitude for her blood donors every day. READ: American Red Cross hosting blood drive in Metro Detroit this weekAppointments are strongly encouraged.
Metro Detroit man has been donating blood for more than 40 years
Read full article: Metro Detroit man has been donating blood for more than 40 yearsDan Graustein has been donating blood since the 1970s. “It’s the most important thing that I do because it has potential of saving somebody’s life,” he said. “In 1974, there’s a blood competition between Michigan and Ohio State, same week that the football game is, and they compete on who can donate more blood,” he said. He said that in the past, the American Red Cross would donate your blood to one individual person. “I have donated white blood cells, plasma platelets,” he said.
American Red Cross hosting blood drive in Metro Detroit this week
Read full article: American Red Cross hosting blood drive in Metro Detroit this weekThe American Red Cross is hosting a hosting a blood, sponsored by Gardner-White Furniture, on Thursday and Friday. To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 800-RED CROSS or go to the Blood Donor App, using the sponsor code: gardnerwhite. All donors at the drives will receive a coupon for $50 off a Gardner-White purchase of at least $399 and be entered to win a $500 Gardner-White gift certificate. Drawings will be held for each location. Blood donation opportunities at Gardner-White Furniture location:Jan. 14: 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.Ann Arbor (3725 Washtenaw Ave.)Auburn Hills (4445 N. Atlantic Blvd)Brighton (8393 W. Grand River Ave.)Canton (39453 Ford Road)Macomb (45300 Hayes Road)Warren (4400 E. 14 Mile Road)Waterford (4945 Dixie Highway)Jan. 15: 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Morning Briefing Jan. 5, 2021: Georgia Senate runoff elections today, COVID plasma donations needed, woman reported missing New Year’s Day found dead
Read full article: Morning Briefing Jan. 5, 2021: Georgia Senate runoff elections today, COVID plasma donations needed, woman reported missing New Year’s Day found deadCOVID-19 plasma shortage: Donors could win trip to Super Bowl next yearThe American Red Cross is in search of COVID-19 plasma donors. Woman reported missing on New Year’s Day found deadA woman who was reported missing on New Year’s Day has been found dead in a field behind a Southgate apartment complex. On Saturday, the state reported a total of 497,127 cases and 12,598 deaths. New COVID-19 cases are slowing but deaths remain high in Michigan. According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 20.2 million cases have been reported across the country as of Jan. 2.
COVID-19 plasma shortage: Donors could win trip to Super Bowl next year
Read full article: COVID-19 plasma shortage: Donors could win trip to Super Bowl next year3830, 2299 W. 12 Mile RoadBloomfield1/7/2021: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m., Bloomfield Blood Donation Center, 4190 Telegraph Rd. Bloomfield1/14/2021: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m., Bloomfield Blood Donation Center, 4190 Telegraph Rd. Farmington Hills1/14/2021: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m., Farmington Hills Blood Donation Center, 31150 Haggerty Rd. Farmington Hills1/21/2021: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m., Farmington Hills Blood Donation Center, 31150 Haggerty Rd. Farmington Hills1/28/2021: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m., Farmington Hills Blood Donation Center, 31150 Haggerty Rd.
An inside look at the process of donating convalescent plasma with the Michigan Red Cross
Read full article: An inside look at the process of donating convalescent plasma with the Michigan Red CrossKim DeGiulio recently recovered from coronavirus and just like Evrod Cassimy, she decided to donate her convalescent plasma. Dec. 9, 2020: Michigan coronavirus cases up to 415,200; Death toll now at 10,213DeGiulio recovered from coronavirus in October. Now that she’s symptom-free and has the antibodies, she signed up to donate her plasma with the American Red Cross. All it took was filling out a form to declare you’ve recovered from COVID, then the American Red Cross reaches out to schedule a time to donate. If you’ve recovered and want to know if you qualify to donate, just visit this website.
Do you suspect you’ve had COVID-19? Here’s an easy way to get an antibody test and confirm
Read full article: Do you suspect you’ve had COVID-19? Here’s an easy way to get an antibody test and confirmI’d heard rumblings that you could give blood through the American Red Cross, and they’d test your blood for antibodies. Worth mentioning: The Red Cross says it’s a perfectly safe time to donate, despite COVID-19. How to interpret your resultsMine said: “COVID-19 Test Result: NEGATIVE.” And I blanked for a second, as in, “Negative? Learn more about COVID-19 antibody testing.” (It’s like the Red Cross knows that we’re not all health experts). The Red Cross could use your donation one way or the other.
Coronavirus complicates wildfire evacuations on West Coast
Read full article: Coronavirus complicates wildfire evacuations on West CoastVolunteers wearing disposable masks walked from group to group, taking down their information and asking what they need for the days ahead. Normally, they'd be gathering in school gymnasiums and meeting halls, sleeping on cots and eating at buffet lines, all provided by organizations like the Red Cross, Salvation Army and other faith and community groups. When possible, displaced residents are sent to hotels instead of group shelters. In group shelters, staffers are using plastic pipes strung with clear shower curtains to separate evacuees but allow them to see out from their own socially distanced areas. In Oregon, group shelters are set up at churches, colleges and community buildings, while malls, golf courses and other businesses opened parking for evacuees who can stay in recreational vehicles.
Red Cross shelters open to help residents impacted by devastating mid-Michigan floods
Read full article: Red Cross shelters open to help residents impacted by devastating mid-Michigan floodsMIDLAND COUNTY, Mich. – Historic flooding caused by dam failures forced thousands from their homes in mid-Michigan. The Edenville dam and Sanford dams failed. At about 5 p.m. Tuesday, the Edenville Dam that created Wixom Lake gave away. MORE: Residents in Midland County return after evacuationsThe American Red Cross is still helping residents impacted by the floods. READ: Residents want answers in Edenville Dam failure that led to devastating floodsView the list of shelters below:
Michigan first responders head south to help people impacted by Hurricane Dorian
Read full article: Michigan first responders head south to help people impacted by Hurricane DorianDETROIT - Members of Michigan Task Force One and American Red Cross are staging to respond in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian. A convoy of Michigan first responders is on the move, heading toward the areas expected to be hit by Hurricane Dorian. The convoy is called Michigan Task Force One. "It's probably one of the most fulfilling things that someone in the task force will experience in their careers," Michigan Task Force One leader Shadd Whitehead said. "We want to be able to provide shelter and food for anyone who is impacted," said Mary Lynn Foster, of the American Red Cross.
Michigan Red Cross prepares hurricane relief before storm makes landfall
Read full article: Michigan Red Cross prepares hurricane relief before storm makes landfallCopyright 2017 CNNDETROIT - The Michigan region of the American Red Cross has sent 38 volunteers and three emergency response vehicles to assist with advance hurricane relief efforts across the southeast. The Red Cross is working with partners to support evacuation centers. Sunday night, 2,600 people stayed in 60 Red Cross and community evacuation shelters in Florida. The Red Cross is working to get more than 1,600 trained volunteers from all over the country to areas they are needed. They are also moving 110 emergency response vehicles and 99 semi trailer loads full of relief supplies including cots, blankets and ready-to-eat meals.
Blood drive today at Little Caesars Arena
Read full article: Blood drive today at Little Caesars ArenaDETROIT - To help address the emergency blood shortage, the American Red Cross and Meijer, Inc. are partnering for a blood drive today from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Via Concourse at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Currently, the Red Cross said it has less than a three-day supply of most blood types and less than a two-day supply of type O blood. Everyone who goes to donate will receive a pair of complimentary tickets to a Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Pistons preseason game. There will also be other prize giveaways throughout the day. This is the second year Little Caesars Arena has hosted this blood drive in the 60,000 square feet Via Concourse.
Red Cross sends emergency response team to help Monroe County flood victims
Read full article: Red Cross sends emergency response team to help Monroe County flood victimsMONROE, Mich. – The American Red Cross announced Wednesday it is actively assisting community residents in Monroe County with disaster relief supplies and recovery support following localized flooding resulting from recent coastal winds. Red Cross damage assessments indicate more than 200 homes have been impacted by flood waters, with about 27 homes being either destroyed or severely damaged. Donations to Michigan Floods enable the Red Cross to help people prepare for, respond to and recover from these disasters. Download the FREE “Emergency App,” which combines content from the group of award-winning Red Cross apps with additional information about what to do in case of 14 different types of emergencies and disasters. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission.
Metro Detroit remembers 9/11
Read full article: Metro Detroit remembers 9/11DETROIT – There will be many events and memorials Tuesday to honor the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. There will be a memorial service in downtown Detroit at 11 a.m. in Campus Martius. At 8:46 a.m. Tuesday, a moment of silence will be held at Detroit Metro Airport. The Port Huron Police Department will hold a "Service of Remembrance" at 9 a.m. at the International Flag Plaza. Several other local communities will hold similar events and memorials.