There will be a blood drive this Tuesday, March 10, at the St. Joseph Church of Christ.
Donating blood is safe, quick, and can provide the gift of life. According to the American Red Cross, one donation can save up to three lives.
Walk-ins are welcomed at this Tuesday's drive and donors are encouraged make appointments online on the Mobile Blood Drive Schedule for priority service. Appointments can also be schedule via phone at (217) 367-2202.
At the time of this article, 16 time slots remain available for donations this week.
Sponsored by the Community Blood Services of Illinois, donations will be accepted from 4:30pm until 7pm. CBSI is the exclusive provider to Carle Foundation Hospital and OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center.
CBSI asks that you consume a meal prior to your donation and provide recent photo identification to verify their identity.
For more information contact the Primary Blood Drive Coordinator Talen Hawkin at (815)883-1966.
The St. Joseph Church of Christ is located at 226 East Sherman.
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