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The American Red Cross, UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products, is facing a severe blood shortage. As the number of trauma cases, organ transplants, and elective surgeries rise across the country, the nation’s blood supply is being depleted. 

Eligible donors, especially those with Type O blood and platelet donors, are asked to make an appointment to give now and help save patient lives.

When Can I Donate Blood?
Monday, Aug. 7 | 1-6 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Quayle Learning Center
1204 West Main St. | Battle Building, First Floor

Appointments required. Sign up by emailing Sharon Jones at giveblood@virginia.edu.

Swag alert: Donate blood, platelets, or plasma through Aug. 12 to be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night New York getaway for two celebrating the 35th anniversary of Shark Week. Details. 

Prepare for your donation: eat well, stay hydrated, and bring your ID.

Save time with RapidPass. Complete your pre-donation reading and health history at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or with the Blood Donor app before your appointment.

“Mad Cow” Eligibility Change | Those who spent time in Europe may now give blood! If you were previously deferred from giving by the Red Cross due to “mad cow,” you may now be eligible. Learn more.

Can’t make the above date? You can still be a life-safer!

If the date and time listed above do not work with your schedule, you can still donate. Schedule an appointment with the American Red Cross at RedCrossBlood.org or call 800.733.2767.