Tuesday, September 9, 2014

INBC-Colfax Library-Sept. 23

Colfax Library Hosts INBC Blood Drive Tuesday, September 23, 2:00-5:30 p.m.

Blood Drive September 23 2:30 - 6:00 pm Find the hero in you.  Give blood three times a year!The gift of blood is the gift of life! You can save the lives of three people by donating blood Tuesday, September 23, 2:00-5:30 p.m. Appointments are being taken by signing up online at 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.

For more information, contact:
Sheri Miller at 509-397-4366
For a complete list of events and programs happening in all fourteen Whitman County Library branches, visit the Whitman County Library website or the library's events calendar or call the library at 397-4366 or 877-733-3375 toll-free.

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