“We wanted to do outreach in a community that had been evacuated because of a wildfire and be sensitive to that, while also providing wildfire information, home fire information and just general community information,” said Christen.
How the Red Cross is Adapting to More Frequent Disasters
It is a sign of the times that major weather and catastrophic events are no longer measured against the recollections of old-timers, but rather the recent memories of soccer moms and their children. “This year’s Labor Day weekend was bad,” they might say, “but nothing like 2017 and 2018. And 2020 was the worst!”
Why I donate: Jesseica Elliott
Jesseica Elliott, of LaCenter Washington, recently donated blood with the American Red Cross and encourages others to do the same. What motivated her? Read on. "I love helping people. Knowing how crucial my blood type is in emergency settings, my heart just guided me right up to that big red and white bus. In a … Continue reading Why I donate: Jesseica Elliott
For Milly Baquero, Helping Others is the Name of the Game
“I just want to make an impact on my environment whenever possible and relieve someone else’s suffering when and if I can,” she explains. “If I can do that and bring a smile to their face during a disaster, then the mission chose me.”
Staying safe in today’s longer, hotter summers
By Gordon Williams Torrid summer days can leave you feeling sweltering, sweaty, and just plain wiped out. Heat can also expose you to illnesses that range from heat stroke to heart disease. In carrying out its mission to teach preparedness to one and all, the American Red Cross warns, “Extreme heat is deadly and kills … Continue reading Staying safe in today’s longer, hotter summers
Governor Jay Inslee proclaims September 2022, Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month in Washington
Washington State Governor Jay Inslee has proclaimed September 2022 Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. Read the full text of the proclamation here.
How bp And The Red Cross Are Philanthropic Partners
By Gordon Williams, American Red Cross Volunteer Pam Brady and Karen Miller at the North Bellingham Golf Course, August 2022 It’s a 10-mile drive – 18 minutes by car – between the North Bellingham Golf Course in Whatcom County, Washington and the banks of the Nooksack River. Both figure into our story because both play … Continue reading How bp And The Red Cross Are Philanthropic Partners
Prepare With Pedro Teaches Young Children What To Do In An Emergency
By V. Squires, American Red Cross Volunteer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mdYOhQ9-jA Pedro saves the day! Six year-old Luke is in his bedroom when the smoke alarm sounds - BEEP-BEEP-BEEP! Thanks to the American Red Cross, Luke knows exactly what to do! September is Disaster Preparedness Month and a perfect time to instruct children on how to prepare for … Continue reading Prepare With Pedro Teaches Young Children What To Do In An Emergency
Be Prepared For Emergencies With Red Cross First Aid Training and These Helpful Tips
Accidents happen - burns from a kitchen fire, a broken limb from a fall, heat exhaustion on a sweltering day. You can prepare for these inevitable mishaps by learning first aid from the American Red Cross and by outfitting your home with the tools needed to treat a medical emergency.
Why I donate blood: Tim Jennings
Tim Jennings is a Registered Nurse at Yakima Valley Memorial (rockin' his scrubs, we might add!). He recently donated blood at an American Red Cross blood drive in Kittitas County. As a medical worker, he has first-hand knowledge of how blood products make a difference in the lives of people in need. Which is why … Continue reading Why I donate blood: Tim Jennings
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