AUSTIN, Texas — Central Texas’ blood provider We are Blood is asking the public’s help to help restore its blood supply.

We Are Blood says Central Texas hospitals are low on O Negative and O Positive blood. The two blood types are most important due to their universal tendencies. O Negative blood is the universal blood type; therefore, it can be transfused into any patient, regardless of the patient’s blood type. O Positive blood is the most common blood type, which means many Central Texas patients can receive it.

As an extra incentive, We Are Blood has teamed up with GoodPop, May 25 through May 28, to give a refreshing GoodPop treat to everyone who comes in to donate blood over the holiday weekend. Those who donate on May 28 will also be entered to win a month’s supply of GoodPop.

Visit weareblood.org for hours, locations, and appointments.