Demand for O Negative and O Positive blood types has seen a significant increase in the last week. The O Negative inventory is now critically low with less than a 3-day supply on the shelves. The O Positive inventory is low with less than a 5-day supply.
Eligible donors are encouraged to donate as soon as possible. All O Negative and O Positive donors will receive a $25 e-gift card with their successful donation.
Appointments are not required but encouraged. Appointments can be made online at www.medicblood.org, via the MEDIC app, or by calling 865-524-3074. Walk-ins are welcome.
Donors can now complete the questionnaire before they arrive by going to www.medicpass.org!
MEDIC is the primary blood product provider for 25 hospitals and air medical transport services across 23 counties. MEDIC services Blount Memorial, Covenant Health System, East TN Children’s Hospital, Tennova Healthcare, and UT Medical Center.