Northwest blood supply at critical levels
Aug 22, 2022, 5:26 PM
(KIRO 7)
(KIRO 7)
Due to increased hospital needs, the regional supply of blood and platelets has dipped to critical levels, according to Bloodworks Northwest.
As donations remain low this summer, Bloodworks Northwest says over 9,000 appointments need to be filled between now and Labor Day to meet expected demand.
The most in-demand blood type, Type O, is especially needed to support trauma patients and all eligible donors with Type O are urged to donate immediately.
Most people who are at least 18 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds can donate blood every 56 days.
In Washington, 16- or 17-year-olds must have a signed permission form.
Schedule an appointment to donate blood now at bloodworksnw.org or call 1-800-398-7888.
