Blood donations reach critically low inventory

New Jersey Blood Services, the New Jersey division of the New York Blood Center, recently reached a critically low inventory of all blood types and platelets.

Eligible donors are urged to call 1-800-933-BLOOD and schedule an ap-pointment to donate blood or platelets immediately.

Blood and platelet donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be in generally good health. To locate a convenient donation location, call 1-800-933-BLOOD.