GCHD to sponsor Red Cross Blood Drive Oct. 13

OAKLAND — The Garrett County Health Department is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive on Friday, Oct. 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Health Department’s office at 1025 Memorial Drive in Oakland.

The Red Cross reports a current blood shortage. “National blood supply has fallen by about 25% since early August. Right now, blood product distributions to hospitals are outpacing the number of blood donations coming in. We need your help — schedule a blood donation today.”