Extreme winter weather has forced the cancellation of American Red Cross blood drives across the country; in Virginia, more than 300 units of blood went uncollected due to cancelled blood drives. The American Red Cross is urging healthy individuals, especially those with type O blood, to give now to ensure blood products are available for patient emergencies. The need for blood is constant, even during snowstorms and the COVID-19 pandemic. Donors are asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at the drive and are required to wear a face covering or mask while at the drive. To protect the health and...