A blood drive will be held Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at a Heartland mobile coach, parked by the east side entrance of Building 240, TCS Conference Center.
A photo ID is required.
Schedule your preferred donation time today.
For questions, contact Julie Freyer-Reeves (HEW) at ext. 2-2811.
Who can donate?
General
The donor must be in good health and feeling well.
Age
At least 17 years of age. 16 year olds are eligible provided they have written approval from a parent/guardian.
Weight
110 pounds or more.
Diet
It is recommended to eat something within the four hours prior to the donation.
Cold or flu
Fever, persistent cough, sore throat or chest congestion disqualifies a donor.
Interval between blood donations
Must be eight (8) weeks between regular whole blood donations. Waiting period must be sixteen (16) weeks after double red cell apheresis: seven (7) days after platelet apheresis.
Medications
Donors taking medications may be deferred from donating due to their underlying medical condition. Check with the Heartland staff for acceptability.
Travel outside the United States
Travel to certain parts of the world may be cause for deferral. Check with the Heartland staff to determine eligibility.