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Sickle Cell Donor Program

The Greater Chesapeake & Potomac Region of the American Red Cross launched the Sickle Cell Blue Tag Donor Program in September during Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Blue Tags are available at all Red Cross Donor Centers and Blood Drives in Central Maryland, Washington D.C., Northern Virginia, and York and Adams Counties in PA.

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Washington Redskins Blood Drives

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Burgundy & Gold Blood Drives

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Warm Your Heart, Warm Your Home.

All presenting blood donors during the month of November will be eligible to win a $200 gift card that can be used toward the cost of heating your home, courtesy of Suburban Propane.

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News

Blood Recipient and Volunteer Spokesperson Brian Boyle Completes NYC Ironman

August 15, 2012

On Saturday, August 11, 2012, Brian Boyle completed his fourth Ironman in New York City in less than 11 hours. Brian competed in the Ironman on behalf of the American Red Cross to thank the 36 blood donors that helped save his life after a horrific crash eight years ago.

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American Red Cross Issues Emergency Call for Blood Donors Now

June 25, 2012

Media Release Media Contact: Katie Turner, 410-764-4617 or 443-271-8550 ...

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