New York Blood Center hosts crucial blood drive amid summer shortage
The higher need for blood can often be due to people getting injured or some illnesses that can get worse in hot weather.
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10h agoThe New York Blood Center partnered with the Van Cortlandt Jewish Center to host a blood drive Sunday during a season when it is especially hard to maintain an adequate supply.
Blood drive organizers say the summer shortage is usually a result of people taking vacations and a higher demand for blood. They say the higher need for blood can often be due to people getting injured, or some illnesses that can get worse in hot weather.
The president of the Jewish Center says the process is quick and easy, and isn't too different from when people give a blood sample at the doctor's office. He emphasizes how the New York Blood Center team is prepared to assist people with all needs related to donating blood.
To schedule a donation, contact the New York Blood Center at 800-933-2566 or visit the center's website.
