The American Red Cross says it's becoming concerned about the nation's blood supply as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise in New York and across the country.

The organization is calling on volunteers to continue donating their blood to help save lives. People who are have already been infected and beaten coronavirus are also encouraged to donate plasma.

Antibodies in plasma could help save the lives of patients currently fighting the virus.

Eligible individuals are urged to make an appointment to donate blood to help patients in need. For more information, visit this link or call 1-800-red-cross.