Blood donors are a-maze-ing & so is this thank-you! Come give blood or platelets Oct. 19-Nov. 22 & get a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email plus 500 bonus points redeemable for a $10 e-gift card through Donor Rewards. That's up to $20 in gifts! Book now: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa (T&C)

A person in cardiac arrest may look like they’re breathing, but it may actually be gasping. This is a sign of a medical emergency and should never be ignored.

Looking for a meaningful way to support your community? Join our live panel to learn about two vital disaster response volunteer roles: Disaster Action Team (on-the-scene care) & Duty Officer (dispatch). Join us on Oct. 27 from 3-4 p.m. by registering now: rdcrss.org/3TZpGC4

This LGBTQ+ History Month, we celebrate donors and blood drive hosts who help save lives. Historic eligibility changes have made blood donation more inclusive, allowing more people to roll up a sleeve and support patients. Take pride in every drop: RedCrossBlood.org/LGBTQ

Megan recently returned to blood donation after many years, hoping to help patients in need. “Knowing the American Red Cross supplies 40% of blood in the country, I’m confident my donation will make a difference.” Fall back into the habit of donating: redcrossblood.org

Take a few simple steps now to help keep your pets safe when it matters most: ✔️ Create a pet emergency kit with essentials like food, water, medications, and important records ✔️ Practice evacuation drills ✔️ Download the Pet First Aid app

Behind every disaster response is a volunteer who answered the call to help. No matter the task, one thing remains the same: they're there for people when help can't wait. Interested in making a difference in your community? Learn more at redcross.org/volunteer.

If you spot the signs of someone choking, here’s what to do: 1. Call 911 right away. 2. Give 5 back blows using the heel of your hand between the shoulder blades. 3. If that doesn’t work, give 5 abdominal thrusts just above the navel, pulling inward and upward

It can take less than 5 minutes for someone to die from severe blood loss. Save this post to remember what signs to look for during a life-threatening bleeding emergency. Be the help until it arrives! Take a Red Cross First Aid Course: redcross.org/Take-a-Class

Choosing, installing and maintaining smoke alarms doesn't have to be complicated. Jason Patton from the Fire Department Chronicles teams up with us to cover the basics, from where smoke alarms belong to how often they should be tested. youtu.be/cP-lDdqsG2w?si=iITT…

We're teaming up with the University of Michigan for its annual Blood Battle against Ohio State University. The Blood Battle begins on Monday, Oct. 19, and runs through Wednesday, Nov. 25, with over 40 blood drives around U-M and Ann Arbor. redcrossblood.org. Code: GOBLUE

This month, the Southwest Michigan Chapter officially recognized Red Cross volunteer Jesus Rivera-Rivera's years of service and dedication by naming him its Disaster Cycle Services Volunteer of the Year. Read more: rdcrss.org/4i4QhWj

Donald of Sterling Heights recently reached an incredible milestone, donating blood for the 200th time and contributing 25 gallons of blood! Donald is making a lifesaving difference, and you can too. Sign up to give at a blood drive near you today: redcrossblood.org

While many people are willing to help in an emergency, fewer feel confident they have the skills to act. Training helps turn willingness to help into confidence to act. Take action to be prepared when seconds count. Find CPR training opportunities at redcross.org/takeaclass.

¿Hablas español? Únete al grupo Donantes de Sangre de la Cruz Roja en Facebook. Conecta con otras personas comprometidas con salvar vidas, comparte experiencias y aprende más sobre la donación de sangre. ¡Te esperamos! bit.ly/3VdufZv

As Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, Michigan Region Red Cross disaster volunteers like Tim Perry are preparing to deploy, ready to provide comfort and support to people and communities facing dangerous weather in the days ahead.

Time to fall into service with the Red Cross! Volunteers like Christina of our West Michigan Chapter turn their compassion into action. "I volunteer because I like to help people", she says. There's never a better time to start volunteering than today: redcross.org/volunteer.

Many of us have probably left a room without blowing out a candle. Thousands of fires have been started because of this common mistake. Next time you light a candle, make sure it's never left unattended.

Patients need you this fall. Get a $15 e-gift card to the merchant of your choice when you come to give blood or platelets Sept. 21-Oct. 18. You can make a lifesaving difference for those counting on donated blood. Book your appointment: rcblood.org/4frUYJx

It's Fire Prevention Week, a great time to take action to help prevent home fires! Watch Fire Department Chronicles creator Jason Patton & the American Red Cross share simple steps to help prevent cooking fires & learn what to do if a grease fire starts. youtu.be/er3cmB3ShPc?si=dtq0…