The Stanford Blood Center has reported a serious blood shortage, particularly of types O and A, with only two to three days' supply remaining. The shortage stems from increased surgical demands, including six transplant surgeries and numerous cardiac operations in the past week. Additionally, the closure of the center's Campbell location for plumbing renovations has limited donations, as this site normally contributes significantly to the center's blood supply. Summer months typically see a decline in donations, prompting a call for local residents to donate blood to support patients in need.
The Stanford Blood Center has announced a blood shortage, particularly of types O and A, which has reached a critical level with only two to three days' supply left.
Recent surgical demands, including six transplant surgeries and several cardiac operations, have driven up blood usage, exacerbating the shortage at the center.
The temporary closure of the Campbell donor location, which usually contributes 15 to 25 percent of total supply, has heavily impacted blood donation levels since June.
The summer months typically see fewer donations due to travel and schools being out of session, leading the center to seek support from local residents.
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