Colfax Library Hosts INBC Blood Drive Tuesday, Nov. 19 from
2:15-5:30
You can save the lives of three
people by donating blood Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 2:15-5:30 pm at the Colfax
Library
and you will be entered in a drawing to win a
$500 Visa
gift card! Appointments are being taken by contacting the library at
509-397-4366 or the Inland Northwest Blood Center at
www.inbcsaves.org.
According to the Inland Northwest Blood Center, here are a few facts about
donations:
1. Every 2 seconds, someone in the United States needs a blood
product.
2. Although 60% of Americans are eligible to donate blood, only
approximately 5% actually do.
3. It is estimated that one in three
individuals will need a blood product sometime during their life.
Walk-ins will be seen on a first come, first serve basis with photo I.D.
required. Donors should drink plenty of fluids and eat a meal at least two hours
prior to arrival. The entire list of eligibility criteria can be found by
contacting the Inland Northwest Blood Center at www.inbc2.org or by calling toll-free
800-423-0151.
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