Tropical Storm Beryl: How to get help and help Texans Officials warn of continued flooding and other risks as Beryl leaves. Groups are mobilizing to help affected Texans. The Texas Tribune · Jul 8, 2024
Severe Storms In Arkansas Leave Devastation And Casualties Severe storms in northwest Arkansas have caused extensive damage, with the American Red Cross actively assisting affected communities. Top News · May 27, 2024
Houston Area Faces Worsening Flood Conditions After Heavy Storms Houston area faces severe flooding threat after heavy storms, prompting evacuations and high-water rescues. Authorities warn of potentially catastrophic fl... Top News · May 4, 2024
Red Cross declares an emergency blood shortage, as number of donors hits 20-year low The number of people donating blood has dropped 40% over the last two decades, according to the Red Cross. Severe winter weather and illnesses could make an already bad situation even worse, it says. WEKU · Jan 9, 2024
Donate Blood, Make A Life-Or-Death Difference: Red Cross Urges Action Amid Emergency Shortage The number of people donating blood through the American Red Cross has fallen by about 40% in the past two decades, the agency said. Medical Daily · Jan 9, 2024
How Texans can prepare for extreme weather Natural disasters — including winter storms, hurricanes, extreme heat, wildfires and droughts — can happen at any time. Preparation is key to staying safe during an emergency. The Texas Tribune · Dec 11, 2023
US At Risk: Earthquake Preparation Crucial For All 50 States American Red Cross urges nationwide earthquake drill to ensure readiness and safety. Zenger · Oct 23, 2023
Being told where their blood ends up encourages donors to give again – new research Telling people who have donated blood when and where the blood was used makes them more likely to do it again, according to our new study. Donors who got details like the date and the hospital were 10% more likely to donate again than people who were just thanked. The Conversation · Oct 2, 2023
Two major Chicago-area hospitals are unaffected so far in national blood shortage Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center officials say the shortage hasn’t touched them or affected surgical schedules. But both call on Chicagoans to donate blood and platelets. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 14, 2023
Q&A: How can Texans deal with extreme heat? We know you’re tired of the heat at this point. Here’s how much longer you can expect it to last and reminders on how to stay safe and cool. The Texas Tribune · Aug 31, 2023
Maui confronts challenge of finding those unaccounted for after deadly fire Maui authorities say more than 800 people remain unaccounted for two weeks after the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century destroyed the community of Lahaina The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2023
Beanie Babies creates new Aloha bear in support of Hawaii wildfire victims Ty Inc is the latest company to join in efforts to assist wildfire victims The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2023
Beanie Babies creates new Aloha bear in support of Hawaii wildfire victims Ty Inc is the latest company to join in efforts to assist wildfire victims The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023
Chargers donating minimum of $50,000 to Maui wildfire relief efforts The Chargers are part of the effort to bring help to the island after devastating wildfires. USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 18, 2023
USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 17, 2023 Rams partner with LA teams to donate $450K toward Hawaii wildfire relief The Rams teamed up with other LA franchises to help those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Hawaii
Marie Claire · Aug 12, 2023 How to Help the Victims of the Hawaii Wildfires Organizations you can donate to now.
Capital & Main · Jul 18, 2023 California Centers Respond to Climate Change With Social Change Low-income neighborhoods are often dangerously hotter than wealthier areas. At “resilience hubs” there is shelter to survive, with programming for communities to thrive.
Tribune News Service · Jun 19, 2023 Consumer Health: The lifesaving gift of blood donation Nearly 16 million blood components are transfused each year in the U.S., according to the American Red Cross. Daily needs include 29,000 units of red blood cells, 5,000 units of platelets and 6,500 units of plasma.
iMore · Jun 1, 2023 Pet First Aid iPhone app offers emergency advice for cat and dog owners Made by the American Red Cross, the app offers simple step-by-step instructions to guide you and your poorly pet through a wide range of emergency situations.
Tribune News Service · Feb 23, 2023 Michigan State shooter's father wants strict firearm controls: 'Change the gun laws' DETROIT — The father of the man who police say killed three Michigan State University students and wounded five others before taking his own life said he doesn't know his son's motive, but he is praying for change, including stricter gun control laws, so people can't get guns as easily…
Orlando Sentinel · Feb 3, 2023 How Orlando’s gay community, after Pulse, helped spur proposed changes to blood donor rules ORLANDO, Fla. — In the days after the 2016 Pulse gay nightclub shooting ―the second-deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history — gay and bisexual men were turned away from donating blood unless they had been celibate for a year.
Tribune News Service · Feb 1, 2023 Mayo Clinic Minute: Breaking down different types of blood donations Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, according to the American Red Cross. Becoming a donor is easy and can make a significant impact on your community.
Fortune · Dec 26, 2022 What digital transformation looks like at the American Red Cross–and how it could make a difference for nonprofits across the country Technology is transforming the way the American Red Cross operates. Here's how.
WEKU · Dec 8, 2022 One year after historic tornado, conversations turn to helping Bowling Green's international communi One year after historic tornado, conversations turn to helping Bowling Green's international community
Axios · Dec 2, 2022 FDA moves to ease blood donor restrictions on gay men amid national shortage The FDA is considering easing blood donor screening restrictions for gay and bisexual men.