NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The Red Cross volunteer program and evolving blood donation protocols aim for inclusivity. Scarlett Hall James is the Biomedical Emerging Markets Manager for the Red Cross explains that while they collect blood for the nation's supply, guidelines are set by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) creating new processes for The Red Cross in emerging markets like young donors, ethnic groups and the LGBTQ+ community. "The Red Cross welcomes all communities to donate," James emphasized."Every donation undergoes comprehensive testing—in fact, our results may be more in-depth than your annual physical."
Host of Out and About Today Brent Meredith also invited Andrew Glendenning who is a Disaster Cycle Services and Public Affairs Volunteer for the Red Cross. He spoke to volunteerism, his experience with dealing with people in crisis during a disaster, and his satisfaction when he is educating people in disaster preparedness.
The Red Cross is a sponsor for the Pride Parade this past year.
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