More ambulances are carrying blood for transfusions. Experts say it will save lives

NPR | By Chris Polansky

Published April 10, 2026 at 1:45 AM PDT

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More and more ambulances carry blood when responding to trauma scenes. Officials say transfusions before patients arrive at the hospital will save lives.

More ambulances are carrying blood for transfusions. Experts say it will save lives

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