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Give Blood,


Save Lives During National Red Cross Month


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re you ready to save three lives? Join your community as we celebrate the American Red Cross in March.


President Franklin D. Roosevelt began the tradition in 1943, proclaiming March the month to recognize the work of the American Red Cross. The group began during the Second World War as a blood donor service. The President called on the public to help by giving blood, volunteering time, or donat- ing money. Seventy-one years later, every U.S. president has echoed the proclamation.


The Red Cross collects 6.3 million units of blood a year from roughly 3.7 million blood donors. The group provides 40 percent of the nation’s blood supply. Donors—called everyday heroes by the American Red Cross—may save up to three lives with each donation.


It’s a small thing to do, and it means a lot to a family in need. Becoming a hero only takes about an hour from the time you arrive at the donation site until the time you leave. The dona- tion process is also simple and relatively painless.


Prepare to Donate • Eat a healthy meal that includes iron-rich foods. Avoid fatty foods; they can affect a blood test that you will be given to determine whether you are eligible to donate.


• Drink an extra 16 oz. of water or other non-alcoholic fluids before the donation.


• Bring identification: a donor card, driver’s license, or other form of ID.


• Wear clothing with sleeves you can raise above the elbow.


Donation Process • Register at the donation site and complete a brief confiden- tial health history.


Systems Technician Brad Meyer is all smiles during a recent blood drive held at the cooperative.


• Staff will check your temperature, pulse, and blood pres- sure, before drawing blood to determine your blood type.


• Staff will draw blood for the donation and place a bandage over the spot when the needle is removed.


After Your Donation • Drink extra water or other non-alcoholic fluids for the next 24 hours.


• Keep the bandage on for the next several hours. • Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for the rest of the day.


• If you feel dizzy or light-headed, sit or lie down until you feel better.


• Call the American Red Cross Donor Hotline 1(866) 236- 3276 with additional questions or health concerns following your donation.


Use this link or the QR code to locate an opportunity to do- nate in your area.


http://www.redcrossblood.org/make-donation


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