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Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Our Blood Institute calls for donors in summer blood drive
OKLAHOMA (KFDX/KJTL) — Our Blood Institute is asking the community to be an All-American donor this summer. OBI's All-American Blood Drive will be happening across Oklahoma from Friday, June 13, to Monday, July 21. There are plenty of opportunities to give back and help save lives. These special drives come with fun summer swag and a chance to make a real difference during a critical time of year. All successful donors will receive: A limited-edition All-American T-shirt A free camp chair One FREE theme park ticket to Frontier City or Hurricane Harbor. Select All-American Drive Dates & Locations: Oklahoma City Metro: June 13 & 14 | Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, OKC Outlets June 21 | Quail Springs Mall & Bass Pro Shops July 3 | Penn Square Mall Tulsa Area: July 3 | 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Tulsa Drillers July 7 | 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm | River Spirit Casino Resort For a complete list of statewide locations and dates, visit Our Blood Institute/All American or call 877-340-8777 to make an appointment. Anyone 16 years of age or older in good health can donate blood. Donation typically takes only about an hour, and one donation saves up to three lives. Appointments to donate can be made online at or by calling 877-340-8777. Walk-ins are also welcome. 'Summer brings more accidents, more emergencies—and a greater need for blood,' said Dr. John Armitage, president and CEO of Our Blood Institute. 'Donors who give during these critical months are true lifesavers. We're deeply grateful to every person who rolls up a sleeve to help patients in need.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Arkansas Our Blood Institute asks for donations to combat blood shortage
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Our Blood Institute in Little Rock is asking the community for donations to combat the struggle of a blood shortage. Officials listed several causes for the blood shortage including recent illness outbreaks, cancelations due to severe weather and donors falling out of the routine of giving blood. Flu season in the US is the most intense it's been in at least 15 years Arkansas health officials reported high flu activity in the state, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the flu season in the United States is the most intense it has been in 15 years. Officials also said that blood centers are struggling nationwide due to other centers diverting their reserve and sharing supplies to assist. 'The situation is dire,' Dr. John Armitage, president and CEO of Our Blood Institute, said. 'It's like discovering your pantry is empty just when you need to prepare a meal—except the stores are closed, and the shelves are bare. We must act now to replenish the supply before things become a lot worse than a missed lunch or dinner.' Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announces 'Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies Act' for maternal health Blood donations are important for cancer patients, burn survivors, mothers giving birth and others dealing with life-threatening conditions, OBI officials said. Anyone 16 years or older and healthy can give blood. One donation usually takes about an hour and can save up to three lives. Appointments can be made by calling 877-340-8777 or online at Walk-ins are available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
