United Blood Services has issued an emergency critical appeal for blood of all types. Current forecasting projects a tremendous shortfall throughout the rest of this summer. While they are currently meeting patient needs, there is a real possibility that patient care could be compromised by this shortage. Typically, United Blood Services count on other blood centers to help, but this critical need is occurring throughout the country. Patients in need tomorrow are relying on blood donors today to make sure blood is available for both critical and ongoing needs.

Reserves of blood are depleted to a less than one-day supply on the shelves. Since it takes 24 to 36 hours to test and process each donation before it can be released for a patient, blood is being transfused as fast as United Blood Services can provide it to hospitals. Donors of all types are urgently needed to give blood now.

Appointments are highly recommended. Knowing how many to expect means they are better able to serve our donors. However, walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a blood donation online, go to www.bloodhero.com or call United Blood Services at 877-UBS-HERO (877-827-4376).

The following mobile Blood Drives will be held next week.

Tuesday July 12th Wal Mart in Brownwood 10:45 am thru 2 p.m.

Donors at Wal Mart will receive a special blood donor t-shirt

United Blood Services Donation Center – 2020 W. Beauregard San Angelo

Hours of operation:

Today 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Mon, Tues, Thurs Noon – 6 p.m.

Wed and Fri 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Sat 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.