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April 10, 2026

Red Cross Highlights Free Pet First Aid Resources During Awareness Month

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April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month, and the American Red Cross is encouraging pet owners to take advantage of free tools that can help them respond quickly when a dog or cat faces an emergency.

March 4, 2026

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Red Cross Calls for March Blood Donations as Shortage Hits; Free A1C Screening and $15 Gift Card Offered

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The American Red Cross is urging donors to help the national blood supply recover from a severe shortage by making an appointment to give blood during March.

As an added thank-you during Red Cross Month, the Red Cross says successful blood, platelet, or plasma donations made March 1 through March 31, 2026 will come with two incentives: free A1C testing (one result per calendar year) and a $15 Amazon gift card delivered by email.

February 8, 2026

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Red Cross Urges Caregivers in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia to Get CPR/AED Training During Heart Month

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Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, millions of Americans are balancing the role of caregiver — often caring for young children and aging loved ones at the same time. Yet many caregivers say they are not prepared to respond to a medical emergency like cardiac arrest, even though it can happen suddenly and without warning.

December 31, 2025

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American Red Cross of Northwest Georgia Responds to Nearly 220 Disasters in 2025, Supporting Hundreds of Families in Crisis

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Throughout the past year, the American Red Cross of Northwest Georgia stood beside families during some of their most difficult moments, delivering critical help after disasters and emergencies across the region. From responding to home fires to providing emergency relief and recovery assistance, Red Cross volunteers worked tirelessly to bring stability, comfort, and hope to those in need.

December 24, 2025

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Red Cross Urges Northwest Georgia Donors to Give Blood Now as Holiday Travel Threatens Supply

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The American Red Cross is asking people across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia to schedule a blood donation appointment in the final days of 2025 to help keep the blood supply strong heading into 2026. The need is especially high right now for Type O, A negative, and B negative donors.

December 10, 2025

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American Red Cross Urges Blood Donations Now to Keep Supply Steady Through the Holidays

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Time is critical for patients this December, and the American Red Cross is urging donors to make an appointment to give blood now to help keep the blood supply stable during the busy holiday season. The Red Cross says O positive, O negative, and B negative blood types are especially needed now and in the coming weeks.

November 30, 2025

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Red Cross Urges Northwest Georgia Residents to Give Locally This Holiday Season

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The Northwest Georgia chapter of the American Red Cross is encouraging residents to give locally this holiday season to help support families across the region. The chapter serves 15 counties, including Chattooga and Floyd, and relies on community support to continue providing lifesaving services throughout the year.