Knowing how to use an AED can help save a life. In a cardiac emergency, every second counts. From calling 911 and starting CPR to properly using an automated external defibrillator (AED), knowing the steps can make all the difference.

Seasons may change, but the need for blood is constant. Donors of all blood types are urged to roll up a sleeve & give hope to hospital patients who rely on transfusions. Type O donors are especially needed! Don't let the blood supply fall — give now: rcblood.org/appt

“My grandfather donated blood, so I’m doing this for him. I’ve been donating since my freshman year in college.” Morgan Moussa lives in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Morgan’s blood donation journey began four years ago at the Carolina-Clemson Blood Battle.

We're saying thank-boo with up to $20 in gifts! Get a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email when you come to give blood or platelets Oct. 19-Nov. 22 plus score 500 bonus points for a $10 e-gift card through Donor Rewards. Don't ghost us! Schedule now: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa (T&C).

DISASTER RESPONSE UPDATE: @RedCrossSC volunteers are assisting 3 people whose home, located on Rebel Road in Aiken, was damaged by a fire on Friday afternoon. We're helping those impacted with their immediate needs. More from: @WFXGFOX54 wfxg.com/community/american-…

Last week, our Regional Executive Susan Everitt joined our therapy dog Chaos and her handler, Casey Den-Ouden, joined @ABCNews4 to discuss the American Red Cross of South Carolina’s challenge coin partnership campaign.

Join our team as a volunteer and become a Blood Transportation Specialist. As a volunteer driver, you become a hero on wheels, delivering not just blood, but hope and life itself. Our user-friendly mobile app empowers you to seamlessly schedule shifts both scheduled or on-demand

More type O blood donors are needed now to keep up with hospital demand. You can help ensure that hospitals are ready for patient emergencies and everyday needs. Give: rcblood.org/appt

American Red Cross of South Carolina volunteers Ed Venere and Donald Heighington have deployed to North Florida, where they’re delivering some much-needed supplies to residents affected by Hurricane Isaias.

Help pump up the blood supply! Come to give blood or platelets Sept. 21-Oct. 18 and we'll thank you with a $15 e-gift card to your choice of merchant. Book now: rcblood.org/4frUYJx

Choosing, installing, and maintaining smoke alarms doesn't have to be complicated. Jason Patton from the Fire Department Chronicles teams up with the American Red Cross to cover the basics, from where smoke alarms belong to how often they should be tested.

“I've been deploying for about 30 years with the American Red Cross. I just feel that I can provide a service to people that are at a time of their greatest need.”

This LGBTQ+ History Month, we celebrate donors and blood drive hosts who help save lives. Historic eligibility changes have made blood donation more inclusive, allowing more people to roll up a sleeve and support patients. Take pride in every drop: RedCrossBlood.org/LGBTQ

DID YOU KNOW: Smoke alarms over 10 years old should be replaced? During Fire Prevention Week ─ October 4-10 ─ the American Red Cross of South Carolina offers steps you can take to help prevent a fire in your home and keep your loved ones safe.

Over the weekend, our American Red Cross of South Carolina Upstate employees and volunteers participated in the Anderson County Bicentennial Parade. It was a wonderful day of community, celebration, and service.

What starts as a quick scroll can turn into a kitchen emergency. In this lighthearted video, Fire Department Chronicles creator Jason Patton and the American Red Cross share simple steps to help prevent cooking fires and explain what to do if a grease fire starts.