(Feb. 24, 2020) — The American Red Cross urges the public to join its lifesaving mission by giving blood or platelets this March in celebration of Red Cross Month. Donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urgently needed to help ensure blood is available for patients this spring.
Every day, thousands of patients depend on blood donations to help save their lives – patients like Heath Cornford who spent his first 217 days of life in the hospital. Born in February 2018 with an abnormal narrowing of the heart, Heath has undergone many complex surgeries – including a heart transplant – and required a number of blood transfusions.
“I can’t tell you how thankful we are for the lifesaving donations that saved our son,” said his mom, Mylinda Cornford. “Blood is something you can donate for free. You can make an impact, save a life and give back to your community.”
Heath recently celebrated his second birthday and is a thriving, energetic toddler.
Be a hero for patients in need
Heroes of all blood types, especially type O, are urgently needed to provide hope and help for patients across the country. Make an appointment now by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities March 1-15:
Bardwell Community, 65 John Roberts Drive Bardwell, KY 42023
3/5/2020: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Calvert City Civic Center, 991 E. 5th Ave. Calvert City, KY 42029
3/9/2020: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Calvert City Elementary School, 563 E. 5th Ave. Calvert City, KY 42029
3/2/2020: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
CFSB Benton Banking Center, 221 West 5th Street Benton , KY 42025
3/3/2020: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cypress Grade School, 4580 Mt. Pisgah Road Cypress, IL 62923
3/11/2020: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Fairfield Church of Christ, 1860 Hwy. 100 Centerville, TN 37033
3/2/2020: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
First Baptist Church, 115 Second St. Fulton, KY 42041
3/10/2020: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
First Baptist Church Kuttawa, Walnut Drive Kuttawa, KY 42055
3/9/2020: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
First Christian Church, 415 Audubon Drive Paducah, KY 42001
3/2/2020: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Fredonia Mennonite Church, 16848 Marion Road Fredonia, KY 42411
3/4/2020: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Hardin County High School, Route 2 Elizabethtown, IL 62931
3/4/2020: 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Lowes Elementary School, 6775 State RT. 440 Lowes, KY 42061
3/12/2020: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Lyon County High School, 209 Fairview Avenue Eddyville, KY 42038
3/5/2020: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 9701 Blandville Road West Paducah, KY 42086
3/15/2020: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Paducah Blood Donation Center, 4635 Falconcrest Drive Paducah, KY 42001
3/1/2020: 7:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
3/2/2020: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.
3/3/2020: 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
3/5/2020: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.
3/6/2020: 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
3/7/2020: 7:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
3/8/2020: 7:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
3/9/2020: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.
3/10/2020: 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
3/12/2020: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.
3/13/2020: 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
3/14/2020: 7:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
3/15/2020: 7:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Sedalia Elementary School, 5252 State Route 97 Mayfield, KY 42066
3/12/2020: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
South Marshall Elementary School, 155 Sid Darnell Road Benton, KY 42025
3/11/2020: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Southwest Calloway Elementary, 3426 Wiswell Road Murray, KY 42071
3/13/2020: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1620 West Main St. Murray, KY 42071
3/12/2020: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Symsonia Elementary School, 11730 State Route 131 Symsonia, KY 42082
3/4/2020: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Wingo Elementary School, 449 Lebanon St. Wingo, KY 42088
3/3/2020: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. 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.
Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.