During a critical blood shortage, the American Red Cross is offering a Super Bowl ticket giveaway to encourage donations. Anyone who gives blood between now and January 25th will be entered to win a prize package that includes game tickets, travel, lodging, and a $1-thousand gift card.
Officials say winter illnesses and post-holiday schedules have slowed donations, even as hospitals continue to need blood for emergencies and treatments.
The most urgently needed blood types are O, A negative, and B negative, and a typical donation takes less than an hour to complete. Visit RedCross.org to make an appointment today.