American Red Cross

The nonprofit last month purchased the building at 311 W. John Gwynn Junior Ave. from the American Red Cross.

The number of blood donations is the lowest its been in 20 years. The lack of donors means the American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage that could lead to elective surgery cancellations.

Brian Williamsen of the American Red Cross of Illinois said it's important to take extra precautions this week because of the extreme heat.

American Red Cross employees say they feel unheard and not respected as management looks to cut healthcare benefits. After dealing with worker shortages since the start of COVID-19, thousands of workers are calling for a new and fair contract with the Red Cross across the country, including in Peoria.

It’s no surprise to see an overall decrease in blood donations amid the COVID-19 pandemic, but the severity of that decline was unexpected.

Local blood banks currently have only a one to two-day supply of type O blood. That's not the norm this time of year.

A spokesman for the blood provider that serves most of the hospitals in the Peoria area says a dip in donations during the week of Memorial Day has significantly shortened supply.

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