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Fall is here
Help local hospitals by donating blood
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[OCT.
12, 2006]
Fall is here and it is time to help local
hospitals restock their blood supplies. Blood is needed every day in
area hospitals for planned surgeries, cancer treatments and
emergencies.
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A blood drive is scheduled on Oct. 21 at the Lincoln Jaycees'
haunted house at the Logan County Fairgrounds. Hours for the blood
drive are 12:30 to 4 p.m. Everyone who registers to donate blood at
this drive will receive free haunted house entry for one child.
Citizens from the community and surrounding area are asked to
help area hospitals and patients by donating blood. To schedule an
appointment, contact Tara toll-free at 1-866-GIVE-BLD
(1-866-448-3253), ext. 56. Of course, walk-ins are always welcome
and appreciated.
The Springfield Clinic High School Challenge is under way through
May 11. Blood donors at this drive can ask that their donation be
credited to Lincoln High School or a participating school in their
community. The winning school receives a $1,000 scholarship to award
to a graduating senior who is planning on further education.
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For more information about donating blood or sponsoring a blood
drive, call the toll-free number 866-GIVE BLD (1-866-448-3253). For
information about blood drives, blood facts, blood types and other
information, visit www.cicbc.org.
The Central Illinois Community Blood Center is a not-for-profit
organization that provides blood to 19 area hospitals.
[Central Illinois Community
Blood Center news release] |
