The Patrick County Blood Drive is scheduled on May 11, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the John D. Hooker Building, Rotary Field.
The American Red Cross encourages donors to make an appointment for your time to donate via internet at redcross.org or by calling 1-800-733-2767.
Walk-ins are welcome, but please know that your donation might take longer as those with appointments are accommodated first.
The American Red Cross follows current guidelines of the CDC to make sure that all donors, volunteers, and staff are protected during their visit. Temperatures taken, masks worn, and social distancing are followed.
The American Red Cross recommends that all donors: get a good night’s sleep; eat a well-balanced, nutritious meal; and drink lots of fluids 48 hours before donating.
Looking forward to seeing you at Patrick County’s oldest Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, May 11.
Gene Stirewalt,
Stuart