The Central Illinois Community Blood Center will be hosting a community blood drive in Assumption on Thursday, September 15th from 4 until 6:30 pm. Libby Bair, Donor Relations Consultant with the Central Illinois Community Blood Center said that walk ins are welcome, but encourage donors to sign up.
Blood Centers are usually trying to recover from a lower amount of blood donations over the summer. Bair explained why that is.
Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age, or 16 with parental permission, and weigh more than 110 pounds. A photo ID is also required to donate. Those with diabetes or controlled high blood pressure may also be accepted as eligible donors. For more questions contact the Central Illinois Community Blood Center at 1-800-747-5401.
