It appears that Facebook might be offering something more constructive than "creeping" on other people's photos and playing online games. I just read an article in the New York Times about a new application that is going to be launched on Facebook on Monday that will allow people to find others with the same blood type. Apparently, in times of crisis, this application will guide people on where to give blood and if their blood type is needed. If a user signs up for this application, they will receive notice if there is a shortage of their blood type in their area. Thousands of people are on Facebook and I think this is a great way to reach people and let them know their help is needed.
I think this application is a step in the right direction for Facebook and its users. Many people think that Facebook is just a place to put up inappropriate pictures of last weekend. This is adding a more serious note that will actually be beneficial for others. I'm not sure how this application is going to work and if all the kinds are ironed out yet. It will be interesting to see if any others will follow in the same footsteps.
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