Take Some Time to Help Save Lives In Rock Falls
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ROCK FALLS, Ill. (December 19, 2008) – As the days get shorter and the to-do lists get longer, the American Red Cross asks eligible individuals to add one more item to that list: donate blood on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at the American Red Cross, 112 W. 2nd St., Rock Falls from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
In addition to potentially helping to save patients lives, all presenting blood donors will receive a Red Cross t-shirt.
With the holidays, travel plans and inclement weather, the Heart of America Blood Services Region has experienced a drop in blood donations. Approximately 500 pints of blood have been lost due to weather this week. This is an opportunity to help ensure blood supplies remain stable.
Recipients of blood products are not able to take a holiday from needing lifesaving blood. They are in constant need of a healthy blood supply. Please make the time to give blood this holiday season and change a life, starting with your own.
If you have questions or would like to schedule a media interview please contact:
- Karen Stecher
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Communications and Public Relations Manager
stecherkm@usa.redcross.org
Ph: 309-636-4422 (Office)
309-573-4601 (Cell)
Fax: 309-674-0072