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Saturday, July 28, 2018

Wellsville Community Needed at Community Blood Bank blood drive on 8/1/18

DONATE BLOOD FOR A CHANCE TO SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP
Donors will be entered to win a $500 Kohl’s gift card – Just in time for back-to-school shopping!
WELLSVILLE, NY— Blood donors are immediately needed to boost the local blood supply and Community Blood Bank is holding a blood drive at the Wellsville YMCA, 133 Bolivar Road, Wellsville, NY, on Wednesday, August 1st between 1:00-5:00 p.m.
There is a current critical need for Type O and Type A blood donors.
All donors between July 23-August 4 will be automatically entered to win a $500 Kohl’s gift card! Community Blood Bank will also donate a backpack full of school supplies to the school or teacher of the gift card winner’s choice.
During the summer months, the need for blood increases while donations decrease. “The need for blood never takes a vacation. It’s important to take the time to donate,” says Lora Cope, Community Blood Bank mobile drive coordinator. “Your donation can save up to three lives.” Blood donations made with Community Blood Bank impact the blood supply at local hospitals; therefore, donations help local family, friends, and neighbors in need.
Individuals are eligible to give blood if it has been 56 days since their last donation; they are at least 17 years of age (16 with parental consent); weigh at least 110 pounds; have not received a tattoo or body piercing in the past 12 months; and are in good general health. Donors must have a valid photo ID. Prior to donating, those giving blood should eat a good solid meal and drink at least 18 oz. of water.
For more information, to schedule an appointment or to learn more about hosting a drive, call 1-877-842-0631 or visit www.fourhearts.org.