Blood Donor Shortage Alarms Red Cross

The American Red Cross says blood donation numbers are at alarmingly low levels, and it appears that fewer and fewer people are willing to give, according to a news report.

The donor goal for the blood drive Thursday at the Northwoods and Citadel malls was 400. The final numbers Thursday night showed a total of 194 donations, according to ABC News 4.

Why are people not donating when the need for blood is at a critical level? "That's the million dollar question," said Zagby. "We need the community to realize there are patients who need blood transfusions their whole life."

South Carolina takes in blood from other areas just to keep up with demand each month. The Red Cross is pleading with the public for more participation.

INTERESTED IN DONATING?
Here's where to do it.

Red Cross Donor Center- West Ashley
Monday –Thursday 12pm - 6:30pm
Friday – Saturday 7:00 am – 1:30 pm
2000 Sam Rittenberg, Suite 112
Phone: (843) 852-2910
1-800-GIVE LIFE

Red Cross Donor Center- Mt. Pleasant
920 Houston Northcut, Suite A-10
Wednesday – Thursday 12pm - 6:30pm
Friday – Saturday 7:00 am – 1:30 pm
Phone: (843) 416-1660
1-800-GIVE LIFE

Red Cross Donor Center- MUSC
171 Ashley Ave- Room 279
Tues– Thurs 10am-4pm
Phone: (843) 792-1015
1-800-GIVE LIFE