Cruz Wallace with hemophilia urgently needs O-negative blood ahead of his surgery, as the nation faces a severe shortage of this essential blood type.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The announcement of the new blood type has been the cause of much excitement in medical circles.

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have identified a new blood type that is so rare it exists in only one person on Earth. The blood type, called “Gwada negative,” was found by researchers at ...

Leland, NC (WWAY) — WWAY teamed up with The American Red Cross to host a blood drive. About 43 people donated blood at our event center as the timing was crucial. The American Red Cross is ...

Acadiana is currently experiencing a blood shortage amid the ongoing winter conditions. Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Wisconsin’s O-negative blood supply for emergencies dropped dramatically to a one-day supply in just 24 hours, according to the Community Blood Center. The shortage is ...

O-negative blood is particularly valuable, as any patient with any blood type can receive it. It’s often used in trauma ...

Our Lady of Lourdes Blood Center is facing a critical shortage of O-negative blood donations and is urging potential donors ...

Acadiana is facing a significant blood shortage as it prepares for another blast of cold air. The shortage is impacting ...

A rare new blood type has been discovered, so "step aside A, B and O – there's a new player in town", said Gizmodo. So far, the "Gwada negative" blood type has been identified only in one person: a ...