Editorial: Keep the blood coming
Blood plasma collected by the Red Cross is defeating death wherever our men are fighting. Its value is beyond price.
Now whole blood, as well as plasma, is being flown in iced containers even as far as Iwo Jima. On that bitter island our casualties are appalling, but our death rate is relatively low.
Says one surgeon on the scene:
I know five men whose lives definitely were saved by whole blood and plasma. Plasma replaces the blood fluid, but not the cells.
Tell the folks at home to keep it coming.
Please note that last sentence. The Red Cross will show you how. Just telephone GRant 1680 for an appointment. Or drop in at the Wabash Building Blood Bank without an appointment.