The American Red Cross is urging people to consider leaving a lasting impact by giving blood. Red Cross spokesperson Emily Holley says all donor types are needed, especially those with type “O” blood to keep a steady supply ahead of the holidays.
Holley says giving blood is easy and they always need more people to consider donating.
Holley says volunteers are also necessary for successful blood drives.
If you are interested in giving blood, you can se appointments by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or download the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Some upcoming local blood drives include:
- November 12 (today) at the Nishna Valley Family YMCA in Atlantic from noon to 6:00 pm
- November 16 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Red Oak from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm
- November 17 at the Veteran’s Memorial Building in Harlan from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm
- November 18 at the Exira/EHK School in Elk Horn from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
- November 18 at St. Boniface Parish Center in Westphalia from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
