Be a Hometown Hero and Donate Blood
03/12/2010

News Release

 

 

Be a Hometown Hero and Donate Blood

 

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (March 10, 2010) – American Red Cross heroes come in all shapes and sizes. They don’t wear capes or special suits. Their badge of honor is the band aid that shows they gave the gift of life. Be a hometown hero and answer the call of patients in need by donating blood through the American Red Cross.

 

Rosemarie Tolson and her husband Joe are both blood donors and schedule their appointments to give together. “We both have very large families and any of them could be in need of blood,” Rosemarie said. “We believe it’s the right thing to do. My husband says it gives him a good feeling knowing that he can help three people with his donation. I believe it’s the least that I can do to help out someone in need.”

 

Take time to relax and know that you are a hero to others when you donate blood through the Red Cross.

 

“Donating blood is one of the simplest things you can do to help save a patient’s life,” said Linda Voss, CEO of the American Red Cross River Valley Region. “For the hour it takes to give blood, there could be a whole community of people thankful for another birthday you have given to their loved one.”

 

Upcoming Blood Donation Opportunities:

 

• Tuesday, March 23, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., University Information Technology Service, 2711 E. 10^th St., Bloomington, Ind.

 

• Tuesday, March 23, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Forest Residence Center, 1725 E. Third St., Bloomington, Ind.

 

• Wednesday, March 24, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., McNutt Residence Center, 1101 N. Fee Lane, Bloomington, Ind.

 

• Thursday, March 25, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wright Residence Center, 501 N. Jordan Ave., Bloomington, Ind.

 

• Monday, March 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., School of Public and Environmental Affairs, 1315 E. 10^th St., Bloomington, Ind.

 

• Monday, March 29, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Clear Creek Christian Church, 5405 S. Rogers St., Bloomington, Ind.

                                                                      

• Tuesday, March 30, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Eigenmann Residence Center, 1900 E. 10^th St., Bloomington, Ind.

 

• Wednesday, March 31, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Collins Residence Center, 541 N. Woodlawn Ave., Bloomington, Ind.

 

How to Donate Blood

Simply call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit givebloodgivelife.org 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 permission 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. 

 

About the American Red Cross

Governed by volunteers and supported by giving individuals and communities, the American Red Cross is the single largest supplier of blood products to hospitals throughout the United States. While local hospital needs are always met first, the Red Cross also helps ensure no patient goes without blood no matter where or when they need it. In addition to providing nearly half of the nation’s blood supply, the Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster, trains millions in lifesaving skills, serves as a communication link between U.S. military members and their families, and assists victims of international disasters or conflicts.

 

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