Stanford Report, March 7, 2007

Blood center issues appeal for A, O donors

Eligible donors with type-O and type-A blood are being asked to donate at the Stanford Blood Center to boost blood supplies low since January.

High demand from local hospitals coupled with a light blood drive schedule in February has left supplies short even after appealing to donors. "We need people who have not donated with us before to give blood," said spokesperson Michele Hyndman.

The Stanford center has imported blood from other centers but there is a regional shortage. Eligible donors are encouraged to donate at the center's Palo Alto location at 3373 Hillview Ave. Donors can call 723-7831 or toll-free (888) 723-7831 to make an appointment and get directions. Donors should be in good health with no cold or flu symptoms.

More information is available online at http://bloodcenter.stanford.edu.