Community Corner
No. 86 - Donate Blood at Winthrop
Giving blood is something you can do to help save someone else's life.
Earlier this year at the , there was 197 donors and 26 deferrals (people who wanted to donate but could not).
According to the New York Blood Center, close to 2,000 blood donations are needed each day in the New York tri-state area for patients who require a life-saving blood/platelet transfusion.
On average, a person will donate one pint of blood at a time that can be used to help a patient anywhere in New York State. Most adults have between eight to 12 pints of blood and if they can spare one for a donation, volume is usually replaced within 24 hours.
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If you are 17 years or older, feel healthy and weigh more than 110 pounds, you may be able to donate blood.
Upcoming Blood Drives:
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- Wednesday, May 11 at 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Thursday, June 2 at 1:30 to 7:30 p.m.
If you have any questions call New York Blood Drive at 1-800-933-BLOOD (2566) and you can schedule an appointment ahead of time on their website.
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Category: Volunteer
Price: Free
Season: Year-round.
Hours: Depends on the donor location.
