Our Blood Institute needs you to come out of hibernation and help save lives as we welcome in the New Year!
Give blood during the months of January and February at an Our Blood Institute donor center or mobile drive to receive a glow-in-the-dark “When I’m Not Hibernating, I’m Donating Blood” T-shirt.
January is historically a challenging month for blood donations as many people are staying indoors due to the weather or post-holiday fatigue. Unfortunately, these factors have a negative impact on the blood supply. OBI needs 1,200 donors a day to maintain an adequate blood supply.
Individuals aged sixteen and up are urged to give blood at the Walmart Greenwood Blood Drive on Sunday, January 21, 10:30 to 2:30 p.m. on the bloodmobile.
“Our donors continue to answer the call and help ensure the local blood supply is able to meet the demand of our hospitals,” said Dr. John Armitage, president and CEO of Our Blood Institute. “As we begin the New Year, we need to start off strong by getting units on the shelf if accidents or emergencies are to happen. We appreciate all our donors who continue to brave the cold and get out to donate blood during this time.”
Anyone who is healthy and 16 years old* or older can give blood. Donation typically takes only about an hour, and one donation saves up to three lives. Appointments to donate can be made online at obi.org or by calling 877-340-8777. Walk-ins are also welcome.
*16-year-olds must weigh at least 125 pounds and provide signed parental permission; 17-year-olds must weigh at least 125 pounds; 18+ year olds must weigh at least 110 pounds. Photo ID required.
