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Month: January 2016

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Health & Safety

First Aid App: the Cure for Cabin Fever

by American Red Cross January 28, 2016September 8, 2016

Shoveling snow? School closed? Making snow angels? Whether you are heading back into civilization or still hibernating, the American Red Cross First Aid App is an excellent resource for you to have …

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History, Volunteers

From the Archives – Letter from a World War I Nurse

by Nicholas Lemesh January 27, 2016December 1, 2017

From 1914 to 1918, Europe endured the horrors of The Great War, now known as World War I. In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the conflict, “From the Archives” …

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Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things

by Jordan Scott January 20, 2016

The Midway Kansas chapter of American Red Cross recently celebrated 100 years of service to the community with a luncheon for volunteers and staff. The room was decked out with …

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International

Migration & Measles Prevention

by Niki Clark January 14, 2016

Story by Carmela Burke, American Red Cross Volunteer, Los Angeles, California Migrants’ stories and photos appear above the newspaper fold line.  Images dominate traditional and social media which draw attention …

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Health & Safety

Cover Your Mouth, Please

by Beth Pullias January 13, 2016

Like many who work in the Washington D.C. area and in other major cities around the country, I find commuting to be a bit challenging at times. In recent weeks I’ve contended …

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International

In Big Ways and Small, Haiti Continues to Recover

by Jenelle Eli January 12, 2016January 12, 2016

This post was written by Jenelle Eli, a member of American Red Cross’s international communications team, who travels often to Haiti.   Each time I travel to Haiti, I’m amazed …

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Blood

The Gift of Life: A Blood Recipient’s Poem of Gratitude

by American Red Cross January 11, 2016

In 1998, Christi Mead Nielsen’s life was first touched by American Red Cross blood donors when she had two valves in her heart replaced. Over the next 12 years, she …

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Disaster, Preparedness

The Ultimate Guide for Winter Weather Safety

by Sarah Layton January 7, 2016January 21, 2019

As winter hits full stride across the country, the Red Cross offers these winter storm tips to help you safely weather the storms. (And if you don’t have an emergency kit together, start …

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Home Fire

Fire Safety Resolutions for 2016

by American Red Cross January 6, 2016

Want to make a resolution that can help protect your loved ones? Here at the Red Cross, we want to make sure you are prepared for emergencies — especially home fires — …

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Your Yearly Calendar: Red Cross Tips and Reminders

by Sarah Layton January 4, 2016January 4, 2016

On one hand, I really enjoy keeping my household updated on safety checks and preparedness items. On the other, I’m admittedly really, really bad at remembering to do everything. I …

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