Blood Drive to be Held December 9

November 28, 2003

Eads residents are encouraged to take a break and help save lives with their donation of blood. "Winter is one of the toughest seasons on our community blood supply. Donations tend to decline because donors arc busy with holiday shopping and traveling, but the need for blood increases due to winter accidents. It's important to remember during this season of giving, that it takes less than an hour and your donation has the potential to save several lives," says Jessica Maitland, Vice President of Community Relations for Bonfils Blood Center.

Bonfils Blood Center community blood drive will take place Tuesday, December 9 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Eads High School, located at 210 West 10^th in Eads. Please call Lacy Anderson at (719) 438-2214 for an appointment. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Bonfils Blood Center provides blood and blood products to more than 115 hospitals and healthcare facilities throughout Colorado. Currently Bonfils Blood Center needs to collect 4,000 units every week in order to meet Colorado's needs, as well as maintain a state of blood supply readiness to support any unforeseen events.

Throughout 2003, Bonfils Blood Center has been celebrating 60-years of providing services to the Colorado community.