Anatomy class presents blood drive on Nov. 11
Posters in the hallways advertise the opportunity to give blood to help people in need. One donation has the potential to help save up to three lives.
November 10, 2016
What:
The blood drive is an annual event presented by the anatomy class. Volunteers donate a pint of blood that can save up to three lives.
When:
The event will take place on Friday, Nov. 11 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Where:
If you are volunteering to donate blood, head to the auxiliary gym.
Requirements:
You must bring either your student ID or driver’s license, wear a short sleeve shirt and bring a sweatshirt or jacket. If you are 16, in order to participate you need parental consent. No participants can be under the age of 16. Anyone volunteering to donate that is a female must be at least 120 pounds and males must be at least 110 pounds. Before leaving the gym, be sure check out with staff.
Preparation:
To help prepare before donating, Mr Diederichsen wants students to eat well before and make sure to eat a good nutritious breakfast, meaning, not just a poptart.
“Stay away from caffeine at least a day before,” he said.
