Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin Asking For Donations
Saturday, March 9th, 2019 -- 7:35 AM
Together, Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin and blood donors across the state make a life-saving impact through the gift of blood donation. Patients in need of blood tomorrow rely on the generosity of blood donors today.Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is calling on the community to make a life-saving donation this March. The need for blood is constant, and recent snow storms and frigid temperatures have caused fewer blood donations and lowered the blood supply. Donations of all blood types are needed, but especially type O negative blood, which is the universal blood type given to patients in emergency situations and those undergoing surgery. Clark County blood donors can help patients in need at Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin’s upcoming blood drives including at the Loyal High School on Tuesday, March 12th from 7:30am to 12:30pm and Thursday, March 21st at the Neillsville High School from 9am-2pm.
Donors can schedule an appointment by calling 1-877-BE-A-HERO (1-877-232-4376) or visiting versiti.org/BCW. Anyone 17 or older who is in good health and meets eligibility requirements is encouraged to donate blood. Appointments are preferred, but walk-in donors are also welcome. Parental consent is required for 16-year-olds to donate. The entire process takes about an hour. Donors should bring a photo ID that includes birth date.
Feel free to contact us with questions and/or comments.