A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
Donation appointments crucial this fall, $10 e-gift card for coming to give Nov. 1-17
WATERTOWN – The American Red Cross is highlighting the ongoing need for blood and platelet donors as festive schedules ramp up this fall. Eligible individuals − especially those with type O blood and those giving platelets are encouraged to make a donation just ahead of the holiday season.
Blood supply momentum must remain steady, as the Red Cross has worked this month to recover blood products uncollected due to recent hurricanes. Any disruption in the ability to collect blood can lead to an impact on routine and lifesaving medical care.
The seasons may change but the need for blood donors stays the same. Give blood or platelets and make a big difference in someone’s life by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
In thanks, those who come to give by Oct. 31 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of three $5,000 gift cards. For full details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Treat.
Those who come to give in early November, Nov. 1-17, will receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $7,000 gift cards. For full details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Thanks.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities Oct. 24-Nov. 17:
Franklin County
Malone
11/13/2024: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Mos Pub & Grill, 3357 State Route 11
Paul Smiths
11/14/2024: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Paul Smiths College Student Center, 7833 New York Rte. 30, Rt 30 and Rt 86
Saint Regis Falls
10/30/2024: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., St. Regis Falls High School, 92 N. Main St.
Saint Lawrence County
Canton
10/29/2024: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Canton, 5955 US-11
11/6/2024: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Best Western University Inn, 90 E Main St
Madrid
11/14/2024: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Madrid Waddington High School, 2582 State Highway 345
Massena
11/11/2024: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., American Legion Massena, 40 E. Orvis
Potsdam
11/4/2024: 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Clarkson University Student Center, 8 Clarkson Ave, Box 8715
11/8/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m., New Hope Community Church, 33 Grant Street
11/13/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Potsdam High School, 29 Leroy St
11/15/2024: 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., SUNY Potsdam, 44 Pierrepont Ave
Winthrop
11/4/2024: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Winthrop American Legion Post 514, 675 State Highway 11C
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.
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