Red Cross Virginia

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Holiday's can make it hard to collect enough blood and platelets to meet patient needs. But the need for blood doesn't stop for emergencies and lifesaving medical care. If you're able to give, please make an appointment now: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

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We remember blood banking pioneer Dr. Charles R. Drew who was born on this day in 1904. He was an African American physician and blood specialist who started American Red Cross blood banking. The iconic Red Cross bloodmobiles were his brainchild. Thank you, Dr. Drew!

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3 simple steps to ensure your family is prepared for disasters:
1️⃣ Build a kit
2️⃣ Make a plan
3️⃣ Stay informed

The Red Cross is your partner in getting prepared for emergencies. Download the free Red Cross Emergency app to get lifesaving information in the palm of your hand.⛑️

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Every year in the U.S., more than 300,000 people have an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, and about 60-80% of them die before reaching the hospital. If someone collapses, CPR and AED training could mean the difference between life and death.

Get trained: https://t.co/o4lFd5DWq6

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In the 105 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day, there’s a lot to celebrate! This summer, between the cookouts, vacays, pool parties & reunions, can you spare an hour to give more life? You could give patients time to enjoy more celebrations too. Book: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

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🏠 🔥 DYK... 2 minutes is all you might have to escape a home fire. Put a fire escape plan together today. Learn how here: https://t.co/gAB4XUjsV2

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🦗 🎶 Did you know that a cricket's chirps can tell you the temperature? YUP!

To get an estimate, count the number of chirps in 15 second and then add 37. The number you get will be close to the outside temperature.

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This gift will take you from donation chair to beach chair! Come to give blood May 18-31 and grab this fabulous, oversized Red Cross beach towel to brighten your summer, while they last. Make a lifesaving stop: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

[Red Cross Virginia @VARedCross]

With this weekend marking the unofficial kickoff to summer, this is your reminder that the need for blood matters — every season. There's no pause for beach days or summer vacays. Patients rely on donated blood every day. Please book a time to give: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

[Red Cross Virginia @VARedCross]

Sunshine season is ramping up — and so is the need for blood. Step in and come to give May 18-31 and take home the exclusive Red Cross beach towel for all your summer fun, while they last. You make a difference. Schedule your donation: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

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On this Memorial Day, we Remember & Honor. 🇺🇸

[Red Cross Virginia @VARedCross]

Make waves to a blood drive near you! When you come to give blood or platelets May 18-31, you’ll pick up an exclusive Red Cross beach towel, perfect for every sunny day (while they last). Hurry up and book your appointment: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

[Red Cross Virginia @VARedCross]

Between end-of-school madness, milestone celebrations and summer prep, it’s a busy time of year and donation appointments are down. The need for blood doesn't stop though. We need you now! Please book a time to give: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

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We are grateful for our EMS heroes! Join us in thanking our brave EMS workers as we celebrate EMS Week May 17-23, 2026!

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Slides ✅ Splashes ✅ Water safety basics ✅ This #MemorialDay, designate a water watcher, go feet-first in shallow water & know CPR. Have fun & stay safe! 🌊🇺🇸 #WaterSafety #MemorialDay

Download our FREE @RedCross Emergency App for more tips and tools to keep you safe

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As temperatures are high this week, remember to keep your dog safe, especially when planning to go for a walk! If you can't tolerate leaving the back of your hand on the pavement for 5-10 seconds, the ground may be too hot to walk your dog! 🐕 🐕‍🦺

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A recent steep drop in blood and platelet donation appointments could impact patient care this spring. You can help! Schedule your appointment to give now: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

[Red Cross Virginia @VARedCross]

🥵 It's hot out! Here are some tips to beat the heat:

1) Limit outdoor activities or exercise
2) Avoid sugary, caffeinated and alcoholic drinks
3) Spend time in an air-conditioned place

[Red Cross Virginia @VARedCross]

Sunshine, good deeds & a brand new beach towel? Yes, please. Come to give blood or platelets May 18-31 and snag an oversized Red Cross towel to show off at all your summer celebrations, while they last. Don't miss out! Book your donation here: https://t.co/fCh304eDJJ

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We ♥️ our EMS responders who make a difference when every second counts. Help give them a head start in the moments that matter by learning first aid and CPR this EMS Week: https://t.co/z1dgT8WNkI