The New York Blood Center (NYBC) has announced a statewide blood emergency following a severe drop in donations amid National Blood Donor Month. With a decrease of nearly 30%, around 6,500 fewer donations were reported, significantly impacted by winter challenges like holidays and illnesses. The surge of Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in NYC has further reduced eligible donors. There is an urgent need for all blood types, especially Type O-negative and Type B-negative, with reserves at dangerously low levels. This situation affects many patients reliant on blood transfusions for chronic conditions.
The drop in donations serves as a critical reminder of the fragility of our nation's blood supply. We're urging all eligible New Yorkers to start the new year by saving lives.
Low donation rates have become a persistent national problem, logging the lowest donation levels in two decades.
Blood supply shortages affect more than trauma and surgical patients; they significantly impact individuals who need consistent blood transfusions, including those with chronic illnesses.
Supplies of Type O-negative and Type B-negative blood types have dwindled to dangerously low levels, with just a 1-3 day reserve remaining.
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