LIFESERVE SUPPORTS AREAS IMPACTED BY HURRICANE MILTON

Last Updated on October 09, 2024

Johnston, Iowa (October 9, 2024)- LifeServe Blood Center has sent more than 250 red cells and platelets to the areas being impacted by Hurricane Milton. The blood supply in the hurricane zone is already suffering due to Hurricane Helene that made landfall in late September, lower blood donor turnout and active evacuations ahead of the current storm.

LifeServe is encouraging eligible donors to come out and give the gift of life to help recoup the donations that have been sent and to ensure a strong community blood supply is available. With the United States already experiencing a blood shortage, it is critical for all Americans to regularly donate blood to meet local and national needs, on a regular basis but also in times of tragedy.

To make an impact, individuals are encouraged to visit a LifeServe Blood Center Donor Center or mobile blood drive as soon as possible. To schedule an appointment, call 800.287.4903 or visit lifeservebloodcenter.org. Your one donation can impact up to three lives.

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^{LifeServe Blood Center is a non-profit, community-based blood center that has served the needs of local hospitals and patients in our regions since 1947. As one of the 15 largest blood centers in the country, LifeServe provides blood products to 175 hospitals primarily in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Illinois. LifeServe is committed to saving lives by providing premier service to volunteer blood donors and access to a safe, quality blood supply for hospitals and patients. Your donation with LifeServe will help save your neighbor, a friend or family member or a stranger on the street. YOU make a difference in YOUR community. For more information about blood donation or to schedule an appointment to donate blood, call 800.287.4903 or visit lifeservebloodcenter.org.}