SEAFORD, Del. — The Blood Bank of Delmarva is urging all eligible donors to act now as blood supplies in the region have dropped to a critically low level, with inventory below a two-day supply—a fraction of the seven-day reserve required by local hospitals. With the shortage most acute for O-negative and O-positive blood, both essential in emergencies, officials stress the urgent need for donations to prevent disruptions in trauma and patient care. Regional blood collections are currently 38% below what is needed, intensifying the risk to community health.
A community blood drive will be held Tuesday, July 22, at TidalHealth Nanticoke from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Medical Staff Conference Room at 801 Middleford Road. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged to maximize safety and efficiency during the collection. Officials highlight that each blood donation can save up to three lives. Those unable to attend are encouraged to schedule a donation or find additional donor centers and drives through the Blood Bank of Delmarva at delmarvablood.org or by visiting donate.bbd.org. Immediate participation is vital to restore safe blood levels and support essential healthcare for the entire region.
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