The American Red Cross is highlighting the ongoing need for blood and platelet donors as festive schedules ramp up this fall. Eligible individuals − especially those with type O blood and those giving platelets are encouraged to donate just ahead of the holiday season.
Blood supply momentum must remain steady, as the Red Cross has worked this month to recover blood products uncollected due to recent hurricanes. Any disruption in the ability to collect blood can lead to an impact on routine and lifesaving medical care.
The seasons may change but the need for blood donors stays the same. Give blood or platelets and make a big difference in someone’s life by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Those who come to give in early November, Nov. 1-17, will receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $7,000 gift cards. For full details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Thanks.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities in Marshall County included Friday, November 1 in Culver at The Shack on the Culver Academies, 1300 Academy Road from noon to 5 p.m. The Red Cross will also be in Bremen on Monday, November 11 at the American Legion, 1750 West Plymouth Street from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and in Plymouth on Thursday, November 14 at the Knights of Columbus at 901 East Jefferson Street from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, 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.
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