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LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 12, 2004) -- Elective surgeries at area hospitals likely will need to be postponed in the coming days if the blood supply at Central Kentucky Blood Center does not stabilize, according to CKBC officials. University of Kentucky employees are encouraged to donate in this time of need. Read more about the CKBC and the current need for blood donation.