NASSAU COUNTY, Long Island (WABC) -- There is a major push for blood donations in Nassau County as hospitals in the area face a massive shortage.
Right now, hospitals have a four-day reserve of blood. They are required to have a seven-day reserve at minimum.
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Nassau County Executive Laura Curran will join county health officials to urge residents to donate blood and help replenish the critically low supplies.
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For more information on where to donate or how to set up your own drive, visit www.nybloodcenter.org/blood or call 1-800-933-2566.
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