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Where Did A, B and O Go?
Representatives from the Annual Star Wars Blood Drive, Charles Drew Blood Drive, Portland Fire & Rescue Blood Drive, and Local Blood Donors N_tice _nything missing? A few missing letters may […]
We’re Training for Disasters Big and Small
For six years in a row, Red Cross employees and volunteers have gathered for a long weekend each summer to participate in Disaster Academy training. It’s a chance to learn […]
Every Second Counts in Sudden Cardiac Arrest
June 1-7, 2018 is designated as National CPR and AED Awareness Week. The American Red Cross, along with other National Cardiac Arrest Collaborative members, is stressing that every second counts […]
Red Cross Tips for a Safe Summer
Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer when all of us begin enjoying the outdoors and sunshine. The American Red Cross wants everyone to have fun and offers the […]
What Do We Do Now?
Have you ever wondered what you would do if you had to recover from a devastating loss such as a home fire or a natural disaster like a flood or […]
Remembering Our Military Forces in May
Story by Diane DeVitto/Red Cross Cascades Region After the rainy month of April, we’re glad to move into the sunshine of May. It’s the kickoff month for a season of […]
The Red Cross Connects Army Father with His Wife and Newborn Son
Story by Diane DeVitto/Red Cross Cascades Region “Crista, you can do this. You’re so strong, so brave. You can do this!” These encouraging words came from halfway around the […]
Red Cross First Aid Training Saved a Friend
“I can’t look at a piece of bacon now without reliving the day I almost choked on one,” said Heather Wilson. It was late November, mild and overcast. Wilson […]
Keeping Our Furry Friends Safe: The Red Cross App and Online Course
April has been designated as Pet First Aid Awareness month. This is the perfect time for pet lovers to take the American Red Cross Cat and Dog First Aid online […]
Do I Really Need an Estate Plan?
None of us enjoys thinking about what would happen after we pass on, but the cold reality is that it’s better to handle these details now rather than leave them […]