1287 Shoals & The Blood Connection Blood Drive!
Schedule
Sat Sep 28 2024 at 03:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
1287 Shoals Apartment Homes | Athens, GA
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1287 Shoals is hosting a blood drive on September 28, 2024 (3PM-8PM) Our goal is to get 27 blood donations! Will you join 1287 Shoals and The Blood Connection reach our goal? There’s no end to the benefits of donating blood for those who need it. According to the American Red Cross, one donation can save as many as three lives, and someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds.
Benefits:
Donating blood has benefits for your emotional and physical health. According to a report by the Mental Health Foundation, helping others can:
-reduce stress
-improve your emotional well-being
-benefit your physical health
-help get rid of negative feelings
-provide a sense of belonging and reduce isolation
During the donation:
You must register to donate blood. This includes providing identification, your medical history, and undergoing a quick physical examination. You’ll also be given some information about blood donation to read.
Once you’re ready, your blood donation procedure will begin. Whole blood donation is the most common type of donation. This is because it offers the most flexibility. It can be transfused as whole blood or separated into red cells, platelets, and plasma for different recipients.
What to know before you donate:
Here are some important things to know before you donate:
-You need to be 17 or older to donate whole blood. Some states allow you to donate at 16 with parental consent.
-You have to weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health to donate.
-You need to provide information about medical conditions and any medications you’re taking. These may affect your eligibility to donate blood.
-You must wait at least 8 weeks between whole blood donations and 16 weeks between double red cell donations.
-Platelet donations can be made every 7 days, up to 24 times per year.
The following are some suggestions to help you prepare for donating blood:
-Drink an extra 16 ounces of water before your appointment.
-Eat a healthy meal that’s low in fat.
-Wear a short-sleeved shirt or a shirt with sleeves that are easy to roll up.
-Let the staff know if you have a preferred arm or vein and if you prefer to sit up or lie down. Listening to music, reading, or talking with someone else can help you relax during the donation process.
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Where is it happening?
1287 Shoals Apartment Homes, 1287 Cedar Shoals Dr, Athens, GA 30605-3552, United States,Athens, GeorgiaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
