# Blood Crisis Hits Hospitals | Austin News

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Podcast: [Austin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/austin-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463304)
Published: 2026-07-27T21:33:40+00:00
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## Resource

The American Red Cross is sounding the alarm on a critical blood shortage — the lowest levels in four years — with hospitals struggling to meet patient needs, especially for type O positive blood. Extreme heat, poor air quality, and foodborne illness outbreaks are discouraging donors, while the Red Cross has slashed shipments to hospitals. Just three more donors per drive this summer could turn things around. Incentives include free movie tickets before July 31 and $20 Amazon gift cards in August. Now is the time to give — one donation can save a life. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4f34fa21f12d1801

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