Post-Katrina Blood Supply

Blood donations, like charitable contributions, has risen in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The following charts from America's Blood Supply, which represent nearly 50% of U.S. blood supply, show the story.

The first chart shows the 90-Day Inventory:

The next chart shows the year-over-year comparison for the number of blood centers reporting that they have a 3-day or greater supply:

Previously on Political Calculations

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  The Blood Supply Following Katrina
  


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  Blogosphere Blood Drive: Hurricane Katrina Relief
  

To Donate Blood

Visit the American Red Cross' Give Life web site to find a blood drive or to make an appointment to give blood at a site near you!