Carter BloodCare is encouraging Texans to roll up their sleeves this month as the nonprofit works to replenish blood supplies and meet patient needs across the state.

Health officials said all blood types are currently needed, with particular demand for O negative and O positive donations. O negative blood is especially critical because it is the only blood type used to treat premature and unborn babies, while O positive is often used for patients experiencing severe trauma and life-threatening bleeding injuries.

Wylie residents will also have an opportunity to help locally during an upcoming blood drive hosted by Wylie ISD in partnership with Carter BloodCare. The drive is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 24, aboard the Carter BloodCare bus at Wylie ISD, 951 S. Ballard Ave. Donation appointments are planned throughout the morning and early afternoon.

According to Carter BloodCare, donations help a wide range of patients, including individuals injured in serious traffic accidents, children undergoing cancer treatment, new mothers, burn patients, organ transplant recipients and older adults facing age-related health concerns.

Individuals may begin donating blood at age 16 with parental consent, while those 17 and older can donate independently. Donors also must weigh at least 110 pounds and be feeling well at the time of their appointment.

As an added incentive, everyone who donates blood with Carter BloodCare during June will receive an official 2026 beach towel while supplies last.

For additional information or to schedule an appointment, visit Carter BloodCare’s donor scheduling website.

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