BURLINGTON – The American Red Cross asks people to help patients in need by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. Blood donations may be made locally in Morrisville, April 2, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at Copley Hospital, 528 Washington Hwy, and Cabot, April 10, noon to 4 p.m., at Neighbors in Action, 3339 Main Street. Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply stable as spring begins.
Those who come to give blood or platelets through April 12, will get an exclusive Red Cross x Life is Good T-shirt, while supplies last.
Donate blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
