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O negative type blood in short supply locally

By Staff | Dec 10, 2008

Florida’s Blood Centers, the local blood bank, is asking for donations immediately for all blood types, but especially O negative.

O Negative is the universal donor type of blood and is used in emergency and trauma situations. An increased hospital usage has greatly depleted the supply of O negative. Each donation will likely be transfused into a patient in a local hospital within 48 hours.

Giving blood is simple and takes under an hour. Every donor receives a mini-physical and a screening with each donation.

The public is encouraged to call 888-9DONATE (936-6283) for center locations to make a donation.

Check eligibility questions on the Web site at: www.floridasbloodcenters.org.