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The American Red Cross Minnesota and Dakotas Region is helping to strengthen both personal and community health by offering free A1C testing for blood donors in March and equipping individuals and families with resources to prepare for emergencies.

This new offering is among the longtime work of the Red Cross to support the health of communities, which also includes disaster preparedness and relief efforts.

“We want to empower people with valuable health insights while ensuring a strong blood supply for those in need,” said Melanie Tschida, executive director, American Red Cross serving Southern Minnesota. “By offering free A1C screening, we’re giving individuals an opportunity to learn more about their health while making a lifesaving impact.”

Visit RedCrossBlood.org, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App or call 1-800-RED CROSS to book a time to give in March and learn more about your health. Additionally, all who come to give blood, platelets or plasma March 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. See RedCrossBlood.org/March for details on both offers.