American Red Cross

The same medical advances that can help save lives can also increase the need for more and specialized blood products like platelets. Platelets are the microscopic particles in whole blood that help blood clot and stop bleeding. Along with red cells...

On Friday, Oct. 2, the American Red Cross Blood Services, Indiana-Ohio Region, hosted its annual meeting and recognition luncheon at the Orthopaedic Capital Center in Winona Lake. Many awards were given out, including the Outstanding Blood Donor,...

The power to make a difference is confirmed every day through people who roll up their sleeves and give back to their communities by donating blood. “You have the power within you to help change a life,” said Sharyn Whitman, CEO for the...

Hispanic individuals have a special gift to give. As America’s largest growing ethnic group, about 60 percent of Hispanics have type O blood. During Hispanic Heritage Month the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to...

An additional American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 12 noon until 5 p.m. at Walmart, located at 6087 U.S. Highway 6 in Portage. How to Donate BloodIndividuals who are at least 17 years old (16 with parental...

The American Red Cross has many ways volunteers can help their community and be a part of President Barack Obama’s nationwide effort – United We Serve. “We are pleased to participate in United We Serve and thank the President for making this...

The American Red Cross is rolling out the red carpet this September to honor the front-line staff that assist blood donors in rolling up their sleeves. From September 13 to 19, the Red Cross will join blood centers across the country in recognizing...

American Red Cross is urgeing donors to give for Labor Day!The American Red Cross is among a coalition of organizations urging Americans to understand what it means to be ready for emergencies by observing the Sixth Annual National Preparedness Month...

Upcoming Blood Drives in Porter County: Wednesday, Aug. 19, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Real Life Community Church in the gymnasium, located at 3134 Swanson Road in Portage. All presenting donors will receive a t-shirt. Also, give blood or platelets...