Written by
Dee Loflin SMT Manager/Writer

Dexter, Missouri – While many have generously given blood donations, the American Red Cross is in critical need of blood at this time.  Donors of all blood types, especially O negative, A negative and B negative are still needed this summer.  Blood products are being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are being collected.

Accident and burn victims, heart surgery patients, and organ transplant recipients are just a view that requires blood and platelets.   Many who are being treated for cancer or sickle cell disease may also depend on these lifesaving transfusions.  In fact, every two seconds a patient in the U.S. needs a blood transfusion.

The Red Cross appreciates all those who take the time to help save lives.  Visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS to learn more and schedule an appointment as soon as possible.

On Wednesday, August 7th from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. the Red Cross will be at the American Legion building across from West City Part.  They need your help!  Please donate blood TODAY!

If you absolutely cannot give blood today, here is a list of upcoming blood drives in Dexter and Puxico. 

Aug. 16 from 1:30-6:30 p.m. at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 13583 Old Highway 25 in Dexter, Mo.

Aug. 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 13583 Old Highway 25 in Dexter, Mo.

Aug. 19 from 12-5 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 102 E. Castor in Dexter, Mo.

Aug. 23 from 2-6 p.m. at Dexter Church of Christ, 1014 N. One Mile Road in Dexter, Mo.

Aug. 30 from 2-6 p.m. at Life Chapel Assembly of God, 22443 State Highway 51 in Puxico, Mo.