Grace Lutheran Church hosts a community blood drive from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7, at the American Legion Scheer Post, 627 E. College St., Jackson Center.
The Community Blood Center needs donors to prevent a blood shortage as the community acts to halt the spread of coronavirus COVID-19. The CBC is emphasizing that it is safe to donate. Blood drives are exempt from the Ohio Department of Health Stay at Home Order and eligible donors are free to leave their homes to donate.
Throughout this time, the CBC must continue to supply red cells, platelets and plasma to its regional hospitals. Red cells are frequently needed in surgeries and emergencies. Automated donations of platelets and plasma are critical for the treatment of cancer, trauma, transplant, and burn patients.
The “Spring into Giving” argyle socks with CBC blood drop are free when you register to donate.
The blood drive includes platelet, plasma, and double red cell donations. Make an appointment to donate to reduce wait time at the blood drive and promote social distancing. Visit www.donortime.com or call (937) 461-3220.