Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds called for Iowans to donate blood amid a national shortage this summer — and said she would “lead by example” with a donation Wednesday at LifeServe Blood Center. In late July, the American Red Cross declared a “national blood supply crisis” in the U.S. after blood donations fell to a four-year […]

JOHNSTON, IOWA (July 15, 2026) – August is National Wellness Month, which means it’s time to make self-care a priority and build healthy routines by making a blood donation with LifeServe Blood Center this month.

SHREVEPORT, La. — LifeShare Blood Center is calling on residents across the Shreveport-Bossier area to donate blood, plasma and platelets as the nonprofit faces a critical shortage that is affecting its ability to meet local hospital needs.