American Red Cross of South Carolina

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Thousands of miles from home, a small gift can mean the world to a deployed service member during the holidays. 🇺🇸 Help the Red Cross deliver a touch of home through Operation Holiday Cheer by sending requested care package items for service members deployed overseas.

When a home fire occurs, every second counts. In this video, Fire Department Chronicles creator Jason Patton joins the American Red Cross to walk through the basics.

The need for blood donors is too important to keep under wraps. Type O donors are especially needed now. Sign up: rcblood.org/appt

Last week, our Regional Executive Susan Everitt, our therapy dog Chaos, and her handler, Casey Den-Ouden, joined @WCBD to discuss the American Red Cross of South Carolina's challenge coin partnership campaign.

Halloween is one of the most popular days in the U.S., with people of all ages taking part in trick-or-treating, decorating homes, attending parties, and other festivities. Here are some safety tips to keep you and your family safe:

Earlier this month, the American Red Cross of South Carolina was honored to table at the NAACP of South Carolina State Conference.

Knowing how to use an AED can help save a life. In a cardiac emergency, every second counts. From calling 911 and starting CPR to properly using an automated external defibrillator (AED), knowing the steps can make all the difference.

Seasons may change, but the need for blood is constant. Donors of all blood types are urged to roll up a sleeve & give hope to hospital patients who rely on transfusions. Type O donors are especially needed! Don't let the blood supply fall — give now: rcblood.org/appt

“My grandfather donated blood, so I’m doing this for him. I’ve been donating since my freshman year in college.” Morgan Moussa lives in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Morgan’s blood donation journey began four years ago at the Carolina-Clemson Blood Battle.