Blood donations, especially from type O donors, urgently needed in Las Vegas
Vitalant says it needs all types of blood donations, but there is a special need for O positive and O negative donors. (Vitalant)
Because of a sharp decline in blood donations during the Fourth of July week, the Las Vegas Valley is facing a severe blood shortage.
“The supply of type O blood — the most needed blood type — has recently dropped to an 18-month low,” according to a news release from Vitalant.
The heat, holiday and summer vacations make the Fourth of July a slow time for blood donations.
Vitalant is asking all donors, especially those with type O blood, to make an appointment now to give in the coming days and weeks.
The donation center at 6930 W. Charleston Blvd. is open seven days a week with varying hours.
You can go here to make an appointment online.
Contact Marvin Clemons at mclemons@reviewjournal.com.
