Blood is always needed for life saving procedures, but the current supply is dangerously low. In fact, the Red Cross website opens with an announcement that reads:
This is serious. The Red Cross is experiencing the worst blood shortage in over a decade. The dangerously low blood supply levels have forced some hospitals to defer patients from major surgery, including organ transplants. Your donation is desperately needed this holiday season. Please schedule an appointment to give now.
On Friday January 7, 2022 we’ll have a chance to help meet that need. The American Red Cross will conduct one of their blood drive clinics in our Fellowship Hall between 1:00 and 6:00 PM. Appointments are necessary. You can either make them online (see below) or by calling the Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
If you’re available and able, please consider making a donation.
For more info and to schedule your appointment, click this button:
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Scroll down to the Pitman United Church entry under Friday January 2, and then click on the “See Times” button.
