Critical Shortage: Type O Blood Supply Dips to two-year low

SPOKANE, Wash. (July 6, 2026) — Nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant is facing a critical shortage of type O blood and urges all donors, especially those with type O, to make an appointment now for the days ahead. Since May, the type O blood supply has decreased and recently dropped to a two-year low. Between now and the end of July, thousands of blood donation appointments in the Inland Nor...