The Blood Bank of Delmarva (BBD) held a press conference along with state elected officials, and healthcare and EMS leaders to honor national blood donor month and to encourage the community to make blood donation a priority in 2026.
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The Blood Bank of Delmarva is hosting summer blood drives at breweries and coffee shops where donors can save lives, enjoy a local drink, and get a free T-shirt.
Donations across Delaware are trending 38% lower than what local hospitals need. The shortage is particularly severe for type O-negative and type B-negative blood.
The Blood Bank of Delmarva will host its 5th annual “Blood for a Brew” campaign on May 20 at Dogfish Head Brewery in Milton.
Tuesday, June 13 is World Blood Donor Day, and the Blood Bank of Delmarva is using the occasion to encourage blood donations across the State.