NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Blood Assurance is asking for help as its supply of O-positive and O-negative blood have reached critical levels.

They are asking all eligible donors, especially those with Type O blood, to donate as soon as possible.

Right now, anyone who donates gets a pair of St. Patrick’s Day themed socks. You can find locations and schedule an appointment here.

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Tenn. mom invites son’s organ recipients to do his favorite activity, dance

Here’s a beautiful story of how one mother turned her grief journey into a gathering of gratitude… and organ donation awareness.

Robb Coles highlights a special event organized by Cari Hollis – whose 26-year old son Austin died two years ago. Austin agreed to be an organ donor – and that single gesture saved multiple lives.

Cari reached out to as many recipients she could find – several of whom traveled to Nashville for an emotional celebration in Austin’s honor. One woman – whose life was saved by receiving Austin’s lungs – put it simply: “He’s my angel”.

– Rhori Johnston