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 Since 1943, every president has designated March as Red Cross Month
– a time to recognize those who support the Red Cross. Local
communities depend on the Red Cross, which relies on donations of
time, money and blood to fulfill its humanitarian mission.
It doesn’t take a cape or superpowers to be a hero. By donating
blood, eligible donors can help save the lives of patients in need.
Those who are unable to give blood can support blood donations by
organizing a blood drive, volunteering to assist with Red Cross
activities, or creating a SleevesUp virtual blood drive online at
redcrossblood.org/SleevesUp and asking others to make a lifesaving
donation.
To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood
Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS
(1-800-733-2767).
Local upcoming blood drives
March 18
Hartsburg-Emden Junior & Senior High School
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
March 18
Lincoln Park District
Noon to 5 p.m.
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How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit
redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make
an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed
to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or
driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required
at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental
consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in
generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school
students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to
meet certain height and weight requirements.
[Ben Corey, American Red Cross]
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional
support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the
nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides
international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and
their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that
depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to
perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org |
