Press release from the Northern California Community Blood Bank:

The Northern California Community Blood Bank is in urgent need of type O- blood donations as supplies have reached critically low levels once again. The shortage is attributed to increased local demand for O- blood products, resulting in a strain on the available inventory.

O- blood is especially crucial as it is the universal blood type that can be safely transfused to patients of all blood types. Due to its versatility, O- blood is in high demand for emergency situations and for treating patients with unknown blood types.

The Northern California Community Blood Bank urges individuals with O- blood type to donate as soon as possible to help replenish the supply and ensure that patients in need can receive life-saving transfusions. Donating blood is a simple yet impactful way to give back to the community and potentially save lives.

To schedule a blood donation, please visit the Northern California Community Blood Bank’s website, nccbb.org, or call 707-443-8004

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. Your support in spreading the word about the need for O- blood donations is greatly appreciated.