I'm really concerned about this blood shortage 
. It's not just the holidays that make me worried - it's the fact that we're seeing a 40% decline in donations over the past year, which is a huge drop. I think one of the main issues here is that people are getting too caught up with their own health and wellness routines, and aren't prioritizing blood donation as much as they used to. Plus, with the pandemic and all its effects, I get why people might be thinking twice about donating - but we need to find ways to make it more accessible and appealing again.
The fact that hospitals are already facing real constraints is really alarming
. We need to step up and support our healthcare system during this time. If you're eligible to donate, please take advantage of the resources available, like the Blood Donor App and walk-in collection centers. Every little bit counts, and I know we can make a difference 
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. It's not just the holidays that make me worried - it's the fact that we're seeing a 40% decline in donations over the past year, which is a huge drop. I think one of the main issues here is that people are getting too caught up with their own health and wellness routines, and aren't prioritizing blood donation as much as they used to. Plus, with the pandemic and all its effects, I get why people might be thinking twice about donating - but we need to find ways to make it more accessible and appealing again.The fact that hospitals are already facing real constraints is really alarming
. We need to step up and support our healthcare system during this time. If you're eligible to donate, please take advantage of the resources available, like the Blood Donor App and walk-in collection centers. Every little bit counts, and I know we can make a difference .
. But what's concerning me is that it's not just the holidays that are causing this dip - it's like people have lost interest in donating blood altogether 
. We need to get our community on board again and make donating blood a priority 
. The fact that whole blood can be refrigerated for up to a month is still mind-blowing, but I guess if we're not donating, what's the point? 
, but 40% less donations? That's wild! And now the whole Philadelphia region is on thin ice? Not cool, not cool at all 
. It's like we're forgettin' about our brothers & sisters in need of a lifesavin' transfusion 
. I'm all for people takin' breaks and relaxin', but can't they just roll up their sleeves and give blood too? 
Seriously though, this is a major issue that needs to be addressed ASAP. We should be grateful we even have a decent blood supply at all. Let's get out there and donate, fam! 
40% decline in donations since last year is crazy! I always thought donating blood was a no-brainer, but apparently it's not as easy as just stepping up to the plate... or should I say, step up to the donation table 
. And the fact that whole blood can be refrigerated for up to a month is wild, right? 
I'm also curious about these no-shows and unfilled appointment slots... what's going on there?! 
Are hospitals doing enough to encourage donations?!
. And walk-in centers are always a great option too... 
