Indiana Public Media | Red Cross Sees Blood Donation Shortage Indiana Public Media The Red Cross says it is in the midst of its worst blood shortage in 15 years, and Indiana has contributed to that drop. Blood donations normally go down about 20 percent in the summer because people are on vacation, and high schools and colleges which ... American Red Cross in 15 year blood donation low Response good, but many volunteers found unfit for blood donation Blood donation dip puts strain on supply |