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The totes will be distributed over Memorial Day weekend as the Red Cross kicks off a campaign to keep donations high during summer vacation.
The American Red Cross is holding the “100 days of summer” campaign to keep blood supplies high as donors go on vacation.
“Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer and vacation season, and the start of a seasonal decline in blood and platelet donations,” said Sara O’Brien, external communications manager, Northern California Blood Services Region. “By choosing a day to give blood or platelets, volunteer donors can give hope and help maintain a sufficient supply for patients in need.”
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To encourage donations around the Memorial Day holiday, those who come to give blood or platelets from May 23-25 will receive a Red Cross RuMe tote bag, while supplies last.
To donate blood, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1- 800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment.
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