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Month: July 2014

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International

Red Cross Around the World

by Niki Clark July 31, 2014August 4, 2014

[Slideshow] Responding to the Ebola Outbreaks in Western Africa The American Red Cross, along with the global Red Cross network, is helping amplify efforts and strengthen capacity of the Sierra …

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Red Cross Preparedness Tips. Because Sharknado.

by Sarah Layton July 30, 2014

Last year, no one knew quite what to expect from Syfy’s Sharknado. Turns out, there was plenty of fodder to go around for disaster preparedness tips and debunking weather myths. …

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Blood

Choose Your Day This Summer — There’s Still Time

by Sarah Layton July 30, 2014August 13, 2014

An excerpt from redcross.org: It’s always difficult to collect enough blood to meet patient needs, but it’s even more difficult during the summer months when schools are out and families …

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Health & Safety

Technology: Disrupting Disaster Response since 1881

by Kristiana Almeida July 29, 2014July 29, 2014

By Dom Tolli, Preparedness, Health and Safety Services Back in 1881, the American Red Cross used the telegraph for the first time to transmit disaster information during a forest fire …

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International, Volunteers

Humanitarianism in Action: Gaza and Israel

by Jenelle Eli July 28, 2014March 6, 2015

What does it mean to be a Red Cross Red Crescent volunteer in a war zone? It means remaining neutral, impartial, and humane. And all too often, it means putting …

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Gas or Charcoal?

by Sarah Layton July 25, 2014

The Washington Post‘s Wonkblog recently covered Americans’ growing penchant for gas grills. But we’re sure some of you still love a good charcoal-fueled cookout. Whatever your grilling style, the American …

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Susan's Blood Donation Story
Blood

Susan’s Story: How Donating Blood Saved Her Life

by American Red Cross July 23, 2014July 23, 2014

A blood donation is one of the greatest gifts that a person can give. It is a selfless act that can have a long-lasting impact on another person’s life. Susan, …

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Blood

Spend Some Summer R&R with the Red Cross

by Sarah Layton July 22, 2014July 22, 2014

Summer vacation may sound relaxing, but between packing for your trip to the beach and organizing barbecues, some of us might need a break from our summer break. What’s the …

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Military Support, Volunteers

Reporting for Duty: A Retired Army Colonel at the Red Cross

by Sarah Layton July 21, 2014

In October of 2010, Retired Colonel Benjamin F. Robinson retired from a second career in civil service. The following week, Robinson walked through the front doors of the American Red …

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I Think The Onion Has a Crush On Us…

by Kristiana Almeida July 15, 2014

I’m a huge fan of The Onion – it’s a great place to get some fake news and a giggle or two. However, I have recently noticed a growing trend …

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