The need for blood is constant. Nine out of ten of us will need blood some time in our lives, and every day an average of one out of ten hospital patients requires a transfusion. If the blood supply were to ever run out, all the skilled medical care available could not save these patients. So if you are able to donate, please do. You will be making a critical contribution to the health and safety of your family and your fellow New Yorkers.		For information about the American Red Cross in Greater New York, www.nyredcross.org For information about OEM, NYC.gov