May 16: Save Lives, Donate Blood
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?
Monday, May 16
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Quayle Learning Center
Battle Building, First Floor
Swag alert:
Donors who give between April 19 and May 19 will get a $10 e-gift card and a chance to win a travel trailer camper, powered by Suburban Propane!
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.