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The blood provider that serves a majority of Tri-County hospitals is joining a partnership to help meet increased demand for transfusions during critical-need scenarios.
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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.
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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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U.S Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Peoria, is hoping to lead by example in urging people to donate blood as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic impacts supply.