A severe shortage of blood is affecting the nation. Central Texas is among the areas feeling the impact. The situation is critical enough that distribution of certain blood types to hospitals is being limited.
Local medical professionals are feeling the effects of this shortage. Further information about the crisis and its consequences for the Waco area can be found through local news sources, including a full story on the American Red Cross declaration.
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