It will soon be time to celebrate Independence Day. What do your plans include? Are you going to the local fireworks display? Maybe you’re looking forward to some fun in the water. The American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming wants you to enjoy a fun-packed, safe 4th of July and offers these tips you […]
By Mary Jo Blackwood, American Red Cross of Colorado storyteller In 1990, Janet Annan immigrated to the United States from Ghana for more opportunities for her and her family. After she and her family were together in Colorado, Janet decided to visit relatives in New York City. At the time, she was four months pregnant, […]
The American Red Cross of Colorado has been committed to providing blood and blood products to hospitals in the Denver metro area for many years. In the past year alone, they have supplied nearly 33,600 units of blood to 14 hospitals. On April 1, 2024, the Red Cross began offering new opportunities for the public […]
By Josh Egbert, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming, Public Affairs Since the beginning of the year, the American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming continues to respond to emergencies every day across the country and in our communities. In addition to the larger-scale disasters and deployments to help other states, Red Cross volunteers […]
The American Red Cross encourages families to prepare for the fast-approaching summer swim season by learning to be “water smart.” Research shows that participation in formal water safety and swim lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88% for one to four-year-olds. “Before families head out to pools and parks, it’s important for all […]
In the dynamic realm of high school sports, moments of crisis often unveil the true nature of those on the sidelines. Laura Smith, an esteemed athletic trainer at Widefield High School, recently found herself at the forefront of such a moment during a varsity soccer game—an event that would define her as a hero. On […]