Give thanks for good health by giving blood

Published 8:37 am Friday, November 2, 2018

The American Red Cross urges people to share their good health this holiday season by donating blood for patients in need.

A decline in donations occurs from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day when donors are busy with holiday activities and travel. Medical conditions and emergencies that require blood don’t stop for the holidays.

By giving blood, donors may give patients more time — and more holidays — with loved ones. Make an appointment to donate blood or platelets by downloading the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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The Red Cross is thanking those who carve out time to give Nov. 21-24 with a long-sleeved T-shirt, while supplies last.

Austin

•Nov. 19: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mower County Senior Citizens Center, 400 3rd Ave. NE

•Nov. 26: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Austin Utilities, 1908 14th St. NE

•Nov. 29: noon – 6 p.m., St. Edwards Catholic Church, 2000 Oakland Ave. W.