Summer Blood Donors Need!

Summer is the most challenging time of year for the community blood supply. Vacations, hot weather and college students leaving the area can result in a decrease in blood donations over the summer months. While the supply of available donors goes down, the need for blood transfusions remains constant.

The best way to avoid summer blood shortages is to plan to donate twice this summer. We will be happy to pre-schedule appointments for you. Another way to help the community blood supply is by sponsoring a blood drive. Drives may be held with your place of worship, business or club this summer. A blood drive can be a lot of fun and helps your community. If you would like more information about sponsoring a blood drive, call JoAnne Allison at 367-2202 or 800-217-4483. Remember patients who must have blood are counting on all of us!