Red Cross Virginia

About 8.7 million people in the U.S. have undiagnosed diabetes. It's National Diabetes Month & we're expanding our health offerings to add free A1C testing (prediabetes & diabetes screen) on successful November donations. (1 result in 2026) Book now: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa

For many patients with cancer who are facing chemo & radiation treatments, platelets — a clotting component of blood — can help give them the strength they need to fight another day. More platelet donors are needed now! Learn how giving platelets helps: rcblood.org/platelet

We did a thing and changed those clocks back an hour. So what are you gonna do with an extra hour today? Here are some suggestions: 💤 SLEEP IN! 🐕 Walk your dog! 👋 Visit a neighbor! 📕 Read a book! 🔥 Test your smoke alarms!

👻 🎃 Happy Halloween!!! Remember to keep an eye on children under 4 eating candy! Some candies can be a choking hazard!

Today may be Halloween, but don't forget about daylight saving time tonight! Turn your clock back one hour and make sure you test your smoke alarms! 🕥 🎃

We're sending a sweet thank-you your way. Come to give blood or platelets by Nov. 22 and score a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email plus 500 bonus points for a $10 e-gift card redeemable through Donor Rewards. That's up to $20 in Gift Cards! Schedule now: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa (T&C)

🎃 Halloween is tomorrow! With trick-or-treaters out and about both tonight and tomorrow, remember to turn on your porch lights so that kids and adults don't trip and get hurt! 👻

CPR certification takes just a few hours, but can help you add years to someone's life. Successful completion of an in-person/blended learning course gives you a 2-year certification in adult and/or pediatric CPR. 🔗 Learn CPR by taking a class today: rdcrss.org/2OrUt8S

Up to $20 in Gift Cards! Get thanked with a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email plus 500 bonus points for a $10 e-gift card through Donor Rewards when you come give blood Oct. 19-Nov. 22. A small detour in your day can lead to a big impact this fall. Book: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa (T&C)

No matter your blood type, we'd pick you to help save lives! Carve out time to give blood or platelets by Nov. 22 & enjoy a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email & 500 bonus points for a $10 e-gift card through Donor Rewards. That's up to $20 in gifts! Book: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa

⛑️ Interested in volunteering with the American Red Cross when a disaster strikes? Learn about the many responsibilities our disaster volunteers have and sign up to help in your community today! 🔗 Learn more: rdcrss.org/3tX79W4

Help save lives & empower your health! In November, which is National Diabetes Awareness Month, the Red Cross will perform free A1C testing, commonly used to screen for prediabetes & diabetes, on successful donations (1 result in 2026). Book your time: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa

STOP! Don't take batteries out of smoke alarms unless you're replacing them.

What could be more spooky than not having fire prevention tips when you need them!!! Thank you our team who shared resources at Ettrick Park for their resource fair and trunk or treat 🎃🧡

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

As we move deeper into fall, the need for blood and platelet donors remains constant. We're urging eligible individuals to make and keep donation appointments. The blood supply must stay top of mind to support patients. Type O donors are especially needed! rcblood.org/appt

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

Type O donors: We need your help to meet patient needs! O+ is the most transfused blood type & can be used by patients of any Rh-positive blood type. O- is the universal blood type & is often used in emergencies. Don't wait. Make an appointment to donate. rcblood.org/appt

DYK: 1.6 million children in the U.S. have a parent serving in the military? Learn about the programs and services the American Red Cross offers military members & their families each and every day: 🔗 rdcrss.org/3iBrERV

Blood donors are a-maze-ing & so is this thank-you! Come give blood or platelets Oct. 19-Nov. 22 & get a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email plus 500 bonus points redeemable for a $10 e-gift card through Donor Rewards. That's up to $20 in gifts! Book now: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa (T&C)