HBO Max hit show, “The Pitt” is teaming up with the American Red Cross to encourage people to donate blood.
The Emmy-winning medical drama set in Pittsburgh takes place in a fictionalized Allegheny General Hospital.
On the show, Noah Wyle’s character Dr. Michael ‘Robby’ Robinavitch says, "let’s go save some lives"
Nicole Roschella from the American Red Cross explains why that is fitting for the partnership.
“That’s really what we wanted to get across to people, who may be interested in donating blood,” said Roschella. “the show helps you see how critical it is, working in an emergency room.”
Eligible donors will receive an exclusive t-shirt with "The Pitt" logo on it.
The need for blood is constant, so if you can donate, you are encouraged to do so.
Donation collection locations and times:
Tuesday, April 7
1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
American Red Cross Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter
250 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh, PA
Friday, April 10
11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
University of Pittsburgh William Pitt Union
920 William Pitt Union, Pittsburgh, PA
Monday, April 20
9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Duquesne University Student Union
1243 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Learn more about donating blood HERE.
“The PITT” is winding down season two with two episodes remaining.
The show will return for a third season in 2027.
