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The American Red Cross, UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products, is facing a severe blood shortage. As the number of trauma cases, organ transplants, and elective surgeries rise across the country, the nation’s blood supply is being depleted. 

Eligible donors, especially those with Type O blood and platelet donors, are asked to make an appointment to give now and help save patient lives.

When Can I Donate Blood?
Wednesday, Aug. 31
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Quayle Learning Center
1204 West Main St.
Battle Building, First Floor

Swag alert:
To encourage donors to do something amazing this summer and give blood, the American Red Cross is thanking all who present to give in August with a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Additionally, donors are automatically entered for a chance to win gas for a year (a $6,000 value)! There will be three lucky winners. Terms apply at RedCrossBlood.org/GasForAYear

Appointments required. Sign up by emailing Sharon Jones at giveblood@virginia.edu.

Prepare for your donation: eat well, stay hydrated, and bring your ID.

Can’t make either of the above dates? You can still be a life-safer!

If the dates and times listed above do not work with your schedule, you can still donate. Schedule an appointment with the American Red Cross at RedCrossBlood.org or call 800.733.2767.