American Red Cross Teams Up With NFL To Boost Blood Donations

The Red Cross faced significant challenges in 2020 due to the pandemic, which led to a threefold increase in blood drive cancellations. Schools, accounting for 20% of blood drives, were closed, causing a 50% drop in collections. Civil unrest and winter weather further impacted donations. To encourage donations, the Red Cross partnered with the NFL, offering incentives like Super Bowl tickets. They also prioritized collecting convalescent plasma to aid COVID-19 recovery. Safety measures for donors include masks, temperature checks, and social distancing.

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