The New York Blood Center has declared a blood emergency in Brooklyn amidst a sharp decline in donations, reporting a nearly 30% drop that amounts to 6,500 fewer donations. The situation is dire, particularly for blood types O- and B-, which are down to critically low supplies. Various factors, including seasonal illnesses and severe weather, have contributed to this crisis. The organization appeals to eligible New Yorkers to donate blood, highlighting multiple upcoming blood drives to replenish the urgently needed supplies.
The months following the holiday season are always a difficult time for the blood supply, with an increase in seasonal illness and inclement winter weather impacting donations.
Donations of all blood types are urgently needed - especially Types O- and B-, which are down to dangerously low one- to three-day supply.
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