Boost the blood supply: Red Cross offers free A1C testing as 1 in 5 donors have levels in prediabetic or diabetic range
Successful donations will receive free testing in March, $15 Amazon Gift Card by email for coming to give March 1-31
News Summary:
· New American Red Cross data reveals that 1 in 5 blood donors have elevated A1C levels — a sign that prediabetes and diabetes are prevalent among adults in generally good health.
· Early detection isn’t just good for long-term health — it’s also a warning for people’s wallets.
· As the nation’s largest blood supplier, the Red Cross is uniquely positioned to provide donors with health insights that can help bridge preventative care gaps, such as undiagnosed diabetes and hypertension. · Visit RedCrossBlood.org now to book a time to give blood or platelets. In March, the Red Cross will provide free A1C testing on successful blood, platelet and plasma donations. Those who come to give March 1-31 will also get a $15 Amazon Gift Card by email. See RedCrossBlood.org/March.