LifeSouth in critical need of certain blood type

Richard Everett

April 30, 2024 at 2:15 PM

DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — A local blood bank is in dire need.

A release from Lifesouth says while all blood types are needed, there is a critical shortage of O positive and O negative.

Up to three people can benefit from one donation.

You can donate at the Lifesouth Community Blood Center at 1165 Commons Drive in Dothan.

You can also donate at local blood drives. To find one, go here.

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