Bloodworks Northwest declares Emergency Blood Shortage
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Donations dropped significantly due to winter weather and the holiday season.
Same day blood donation appointments are available at most locations. Right now, universal Type O blood is extremely important, especially for trauma and emergency situations when the patient’s blood type in unknown.
All regions of the U.S. are currently experiencing a shortage, so assistance from other centers is uncertain or minimal.
Responding to emergencies requires blood that is already collected, tested, on the shelves, and ready for immediate use by first responders and medical staff.
39% of the population has O+ blood, and only 9% of the population has O- blood. You do not need to know your blood type to become a blood donor.
It takes about an hour to give blood from check-in to post-donation cookie. Information about who can donate and where, is available at www.bloodworksnw.org
Bloodworks Donor Centers and Blood Drives
Appointments and information at BloodworksNW.org or 800-398-7888. See our list of Donor Centers and Blood Drives.















