Red Cross mural in Miami raises money for those impacted by Hurricane Ian
Members of the South Florida community, along with staff members of American Red Cross and Florida, Power & Light gathered together over the weekend to help paint a mural that will help raise funds for those impacted by Hurricane Ian.
One in Three African American Blood Donors is a Match for People with Sickle Cell
Red Cross launches Joined by Blood partnerships to help increase compatible blood donations for patients, most of whom are of African descent in the U.S.(Black PR Wire) WASHINGTON, DC — As Sickle Cell Awareness Month is underway this September, the American Red Cross is teaming up with organizations in the Black community to rally blood donors who are Black to support patients with sickle cell disease. Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the U.S., mostly affecting patients of African descent who may require frequent blood transfusions throughout their lifetime. Seasonal changes can trigger pain crises for those battling sickle cell disease — possibly increasing the need for lifesaving blood transfusions. One in 3 African American blood donors is a match for people with sickle cell disease. “We’re asking each of our organizations, local collegiate and alumni NPHC councils to join us in a collaborative effort to host blood drives and encourage our communities to give blood.
thewestsidegazette.comLifeguard shortage threatens full opening of Chicago beaches and pools this summer
It's the official start of beach season and the city is facing a severe, widespread lifeguard shortage that could result in closed beaches and pools this year. Chicago Park District officials say because of the pandemic, there were a shortage of American Red Cross trainings that are needed for hiring. But recruitment efforts also could be hampered because of a lifeguard sex abuse scandal last fall.
chicagotribune.com‘This is a gut-wrenching scene.’ How to help victims of the Surfside condo collapse
As news of the partial collapse of the Champlain Towers in Surfside spread across the nation, organizations began efforts to support victims who were forced out of their homes in the wee hours of the morning with little to nothing.
news.yahoo.comImmigrant teens to be housed at Dallas convention center
FILE - In this March 31, 2020 file photo, a leaning sign sits in front of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in downtown Dallas. “There’s no other way to claim it than a Biden border crisis.”Texas Gov. The memo sent to Dallas City Council members says the Federal Emergency Management Agency and HHS will “be responsible for providing shelter management and contracts” for food, security, cleaning, and medical care at the convention center. Dallas previously offered space to HHS during the 2014 surge of crossings of immigrant children. HHS also has said it will house immigrant youths in Midland.
How the Red Cross is helping Texans in need
How the Red Cross is helping Texans in need Power has been restored to most of Texas, but now a water crisis is underway. Roughly a quarter of the state's population is under a "boil-water advisory." The rolling power outages caused pipes to burst in homes and shut down water treatment plants. Dan Halyburton, a spokesperson for the American Red Cross, joins CBSN to discuss how his organization is providing aid to those affected by this deadly winter weather.
cbsnews.comFamily, 5 dogs escape from Miramar home during fire
MIRAMAR, Fla. – A family and their five dogs were able to get out of their home in time Wednesday after a fire erupted inside. The fire broke out around 1 a.m. at a home on Riviera Drive and Miramar Boulevard. The homeowner, Carlos Perez, told Local 10 News that he was watching TV when the fire erupted inside a bedroom closet before spreading to other rooms. AdThe American Red Cross is assisting the Perez family, as there is too much damage inside the home for them to return to it at this time. A GoFundMe page has been created to help the family during their time of need.
2 people escape overnight house fire in Miami, photos show destruction
MIAMI, Fla. – Photos show the devastation of an overnight house fire Saturday in Miami. The house is in the 8300 block of NE 1st Place and 83rd Street in the Royal Palm Gardens neighborhood. (See images below)Full Screen 1 / 3 Photos taken by Red Cross volunteer Reinaldo Noguiera show a home in the Royal Palm Gardens neighborhood, which caught fire overnight Saturday. Two people who lived in the single-family home are displaced and the American Red Cross was contacted. Photos taken by Red Cross volunteer Reinaldo Noguiera showed the interior of the home completely destroyed.
Do you suspect you’ve had COVID-19? Here’s an easy way to get an antibody test and confirm
I’d heard rumblings that you could give blood through the American Red Cross, and they’d test your blood for antibodies. Worth mentioning: The Red Cross says it’s a perfectly safe time to donate, despite COVID-19. How to interpret your resultsMine said: “COVID-19 Test Result: NEGATIVE.” And I blanked for a second, as in, “Negative? Learn more about COVID-19 antibody testing.” (It’s like the Red Cross knows that we’re not all health experts). The Red Cross could use your donation one way or the other.
Mother, son escape uninjured after fire sparks in attic of Fort Lauderdale home
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – An elderly woman and her son, who is handicapped, are being assisted by the American Red Cross after a fire broke out in the attic of their home in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue crews said the fire was contained to the attic. The woman and her son were not injured, however there was extensive damage to their home. The Red Cross provided emergency financial assistance to the family, as well as “relief items like toiletries (and) health and mental health services,” a news release stated. Here is how you can help the Red Cross assist people after house fires and other disasters.
Coronavirus complicates wildfire evacuations on West Coast
Volunteers wearing disposable masks walked from group to group, taking down their information and asking what they need for the days ahead. Normally, they'd be gathering in school gymnasiums and meeting halls, sleeping on cots and eating at buffet lines, all provided by organizations like the Red Cross, Salvation Army and other faith and community groups. When possible, displaced residents are sent to hotels instead of group shelters. In group shelters, staffers are using plastic pipes strung with clear shower curtains to separate evacuees but allow them to see out from their own socially distanced areas. In Oregon, group shelters are set up at churches, colleges and community buildings, while malls, golf courses and other businesses opened parking for evacuees who can stay in recreational vehicles.
Coronavirus restrictions could lead to U.S. blood shortage in two weeks: blood banks group
In addition, we are seeing a significant decrease in people coming to blood centers to donate blood. Blood banks in Washington state experienced a shortage earlier this month that required other blood centers to ship blood from outside the region, and supplies in New York state also dipped. The American Red Cross also raised the alarm about blood shortages, saying it expects the number of cancellations to continue to increase. Coronavirus is not transmissible via transfusion, according to the American Red Cross. The Red Cross said Americans can schedule an appointment to give blood at RedCrossBlood.org, using the Red Cross Blood Donor App or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS.
feeds.reuters.comU.S. may see blood shortages as coronavirus cancels office blood drives
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. blood banks are concerned about potential shortages as Americans concerned about catching the new coronavirus avoid donation sites and companies with employees working from home cancel blood drives. Blood has a short shelf life, so its not like we can stockpile it.Most blood centers try to keep an inventory of a three-day supply, according to the AABB. Finson said 60% of Bloodworks Northwests blood is from mobile blood drives, and the push to have people work from home has resulted in many being canceled. He is encouraging individuals and sponsors of blood drives to schedule appointments and keep their commitments, and that blood banks around country can continue to shift supply to where it is needed. In Seattle, Finson said donations picked up over the weekend, but on Tuesday, Bloodworks Northwest was around 140 short of its 1,000 donor-per-day target.
feeds.reuters.comBroward Health Presents Donation to American Red Cross for Hurricane Dorian Relief Efforts
By Jennifer SmithFORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA The Broward Health Foundation last night presented a check for more than $28,000 to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Dorian relief efforts. In the days following the September hurricane, Broward Health leadership, employees and caregivers rallied to help. Collectively, the Broward Health team raised $28,134 to support the ongoing efforts of the American Red Cross. American Red Cross of Browards Chair Cindy Imperato, board member Liz Caldwell, and Regional Philanthropy Officer Kevin Moran accepted the donation. The American Red Cross is extremely grateful to the Broward Health team for their generous support that will help aid our relief efforts for all those impacted by Hurricane Dorian, said Moran.
thewestsidegazette.com'Terminator: Dark Fate' red carpet premiere canceled due to wildfires
LOS ANGELES (CNN) - Paramount Pictures and Skydance have canceled the red carpet premiere for its new film "Terminator: Dark Fate" due to wildfires impacting Los Angeles. "In light of the ongoing, active fires being battled in the area, Paramount Pictures and Skydance have canceled tonight's Los Angeles premiere of 'Terminator: Dark Fate,'" a statement provided to CNN said. "We will be donating food intended for the after-party to the American Red Cross, which is serving those affected by the fires." On Monday morning, the Getty Fire, located on the west side of the busy 405 Freeway in Los Angeles, affected neighborhoods known for their high-value homes and celebrity residents. "Terminator: Dark Fate" is the latest film in the franchise that began in 1984.
Legoland Florida offers discounted tickets to help Hurricane Dorian relief
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. - Legoland Florida will be offering discounted tickets with proceeds going to help those impacted by Hurricane Dorian. On Saturday, Sept. 7 and Sunday, Sept. 8, the Florida theme park will sell single-day tickets for just $25. The park will donate $10 from each ticket to the American Red Cross to be used for relief efforts. Legoland will also serve as a collection point for guests who wish to donate nonperishable goods, water, toiletries, baby products, radios, batteries, candles and bedding to those in the Bahamas. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Report highlights Red Cross aid failures in Haiti
Following the devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti, the American Red Cross raised close to 500 million dollars and promised to help rebuild the country's communities. A new report by ProPublica and NPR unearth a number of confidential memos and insider accounts that stand in sharp contrast to the public picture painted by the organization. CBSN spoke to co-author of the report, Justin Elliott.
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