Blood is vital to us as human beings, but unfortunately not everybody has enough of it. That is why it is important for those who can to give blood to those who need it. The American Red Cross came up with a list of 10 reasons why one should donate:
10. You will get free juice and cookies.
9. You will weigh less-one pint less than when you came in.
8. It’s easy and convenient-it only takes about an hour and you can make the donation at a donor center, or at one of the many Red Cross mobile blood drives.
7. It’s something you can spare-most people have blood to spare…yet, there is still not enough to go around.
6. Nobody can ask you to do any heavy lifting as long as you have the bandage on. You can wear it for as long as you like. It’s your badge of honor.
5. You will walk a little taller afterwards-you will feel good about yourself.
4. You will be helping to ensure that blood is there when you or someone close to you may need it. Most people don’t think they’ll ever need blood, but many do.
3. It’s something you can do on equal footing with the rich and famous-blood is something money can’t buy. Only something one person can give to another.
2. You will be someone’s hero-you may give a newborn, a child, a mother or a father, a brother, or a sister another chance at life. In fact, you may help save up to three lives with one donation.
1. It’s the right thing to do.
On August 28, 2009 Flame Furnace will be the site of a Red Cross mobile blood drive between 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. You are welcome and encouraged to help save lives at this time. In order to do so you must be at least 17 years of age and weigh at least 110 pounds. You can check out this website for more eligibility guidelines: http://www.redcross.org/en/eligibility
You must register for a time slot in order to give blood, walk-ins will not be accepted. However, registering is very simple. Go to http://www.givelife.org/ and type in “Flame” where it says “Step One: Find a Blood Drive.” Click on “Flame Heating, Cooling and Electrical” and then schedule your appointment in the desired time slot. (If you are not already registered on the website, you will be asked to do so at this point). If you sign up for a time, please make sure that you actually come!
If you need any help or have questions, contact the Red Cross or Flame Furnace!
