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Want to be a Lifeguard?

Jul 28, 2010
Learn the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. [Read More]

Stay Safe This Summer

Jun 24, 2010
With summer in full gear and more and more people heading to the water to stay cool, everyone needs to work together to stay safe this summer. Start learning what you can do! [Read More]

Text “Red Cross” to 90999 to Help

May 3, 2010
If you would like to help people affected by disasters like the recent tornadoes and flooding you can make a $10 donation by texting “Red Cross” to 90999.
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South MS Red Cross Responds to Yazoo City Tornado

Apr 26, 2010
Yazoo City, MS Monday, April 26, 2010—The American Red Cross is providing shelter, food, and comfort to people across Mississippi as they deal with the aftermath of the deadly tornadoes that swept through the area over the weekend. Damage is widespread from the tornadoes that touched down Saturday and thousands of residents are without power. Both the governors of Louisiana and Mississippi have declared States of Emergency for the affected areas. [Read More]

American Red Cross Responds to Haiti

Jan 13, 2010
South Mississippi January 13, 2010 — The American Red Cross has committed one million dollars to the relief efforts in Haiti following yesterday’s deadly earthquake. You too can help the mission by texting “HAITI” to “90999”. Every text will provide $10 to the American Red Cross to help with relief efforts. [Read More]

HAITI - Helping Reduce Malaria and Malnutrition

Jan 6, 2010
The American Red Cross has partnered with the Haitian National Red Cross Society to reduce deaths attributed to malaria and malnutrition. Haiti has the highest infant and maternal mortality rates in the Western Hemisphere, much of which has been attributed to the threats of malaria and insufficient diet. The propensity for hurricanes and other natural disasters to strike the country create an additional health and safety burden. [Read More]

Compression Only CPR

Nov 10, 2009
In a life-threatening emergency, doing something is better than doing nothing at all. If you haven’t been trained or can’t recall how to perform full CPR, the Red Cross recommends two simple steps to help someone survive a cardiac arrest: [Read More]

AMERICAN RED CROSS GEARS UP FOR ARRIVAL OF TROPICAL STORM IDA

Nov 9, 2009
The American Red Cross is preparing for the arrival of Tropical Storm Ida. The EOCs of Harrison, Jackson and Hancock Counties have requested that the following shelters be opened to house residents of areas that are susceptible to wind and flooding: [Read More]

BENJY DAVIS PROJECT Benefit Concert at The Dock

Sep 30, 2009
Heroes for the American Red Cross benefit. Tickets will go on sale THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1,2009. You may purchase tickets at The Dock or your local American Red Cross offices. They are also available for purchase online by visiting www.thedockgulfport.com. All proceeds will benefit the American Red Cross of South MS. [Read More]

Walt Massey Automotive / Red Cross Blood Drive

Aug 14, 2009
Walt Massey Automotive in Lucedale is hosting a Labor Day Weekend blood drive to benefit the American Red Cross Southeast Mississippi Chapter. Event dates are Saturday, September 5th and Monday, September 7th, 2009. Times for both days will be 10:00am until 3:00 pm. WKNN radio will be broadcasting live from the dealership Saturday from 10-noon. WMJY will be broadcasting Monday from 10-noon. Radio stations will have a prize machine at the event both days. [Read More]

National CPR/AED Awareness Week

May 29, 2009
June 1-7 marks the second annual National CPR/AED Awareness Week, which spotlights how lives can be saved if more Americans know CPR and how to use an AED. During this week, Red Cross chapters across the country will conduct CPR/AED classes and demonstrations, host events, and provide educational information on the importance of CPR and AED training. [Read More]

HURRICANE SEASON BEGINS JUNE 1: ARE YOU RED CROSS READY?

May 26, 2009
Pascagoula, MS – We know that being prepared can save lives and property during a disaster. The American Red Cross of Southeast Mississippi urges everyone to dust off their disaster supplies kit and get better prepared now for a variety of disasters such as hurricanes and the high winds, flooding and tornadoes that may accompany them. [Read More]

SWINE FLU (H1N1) SERIOUS SITUATION

Apr 29, 2009
Good time for families, businesses and organizations to review and update preparedness plans [Read More]

Swine Flu: How to Stay Healthy

Apr 27, 2009
As you and your family continue to watch the news to learn more about the swine flu outbreak, the South Central Mississippi Chapter of the American Red Cross is staying informed as well. You can be sure we are working with local and state officials to make sure you have the information you need. The Red Cross and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are offering the following tips to ensure you stay healthy. [Read More]

George County Heroes Campaign

Feb 26, 2009
The George County HEROES Campaign will begin with a Kickoff Luncheon at the Holiday Inn on March 2, 2009. The event will be catered by Aunt Jenny's. HEROES will run all month long and conclude on Friday, March 27, at the Victory Celebration.

For more information on how to get involved, contact Shirley Phillips, George County Branch Manager, at 601-947-9378. [Read More]

Red Cross Dollars are Donated Dollars

Dec 23, 2008
Here’s a multiple choice question for you:
‘Tis the season to be…
a)   generous.
b)   prepared.
c)   safe and wise.
d)   all of the above. [Read More]

FY08 Annual Report is Posted

Nov 4, 2008
View a detailed summary of what the Southeast Mississippi Chapter of the American Red Cross has accomplished throughout this year. You can download the report on the annual reports page. [Read More]

Singing River Electric NHN grant purchases manikins for Red Cross

Oct 30, 2008
Singing River Electric Power Association recently awarded a Neighbors Helping Neighbors Community Grant totaling $2,500 to the Southeast Chapter of the American Red Cross. [Read More]

GET PREPARED FOR HURRICANE GUSTAV

Aug 27, 2008
Get a kit; make a plan; be informed. The American Red Cross is encouraging people to ready themselves for an approaching possible landfall. Preparations include the following steps: [Read More]

YOU MAKE US WHO WE ARE!

May 5, 2008
Any American Red Cross Chapter is only as good as its community makes it. We depend on your money, time and blood. Every Red Cross dollar is a donated dollar. Our workforce is 95% volunteer. We provide about 40% of the nation's blood supply. [Read More]

CHET LOTT DONATES $125K TO SOUTHEAST MS RED CROSS

May 5, 2008
Chet Lott, son of retired U.S. Senator Trent Lott and Pascagoula native, wrote a song called "Erased It" after he witnessed the devastation of his family’s home and his entire hometown by Hurricane Katrina. [Read More]