People who have Type O blood are being asked to donate as the amount of that blood is at a critically low level.

The South Bend Medical Foundation reports an increase in the need to use Type O positive or Type O negative. That, combined with a low donor turnout has resulted in a very low inventory.

If you’re interested in helping boost the amount, you can make an appointment at any South Bend Medical Foundation donor center.

Just go to the Foundation’s website, www.GiveBloodNow.Com. Donors will receive a blood donor long-sleeved t-shirt.