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St. Louis Blues surpass goal during annual blood drive amid emergency shortage

Everyone who donated received a free Blues Blood Drive T-shirt.
Credit: St. Louis Blues

ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Blues, the American Red Cross, Bally Sports and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield hosted the 17th annual St. Louis Blues Blood Drive on Wednesday. 

Ten locations across Missouri and Illinois were open for donors to give blood. 

The Blues Blood drive collected more than 950 units of blood Wednesday, surpassing their goal to meet high demand during an emergency shortage. 

Everyone who donated blood received a free Blues Blood Drive T-shirt. Louie and the Blue Crew visited several locations throughout the day.

The Red Cross needs blood donors of all types to help ensure blood is available for medical treatments in emergencies. 

Click here to learn more about the St. Louis Blues Blood Drive. Find more information about the Red Cross and where to donate here.

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