BLOOD DRIVEThank a veteran for their
service and help a community member by donating blood. The Chassell Post 6507 VFW and Auxiliary will be hosting a blood drive on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2024 from 3pm-6pm. Appointments are available by calling 906-449-1450, but walk-ins are welcome. All blood donated through theUP Regional Blood Center stays in the Upper Peninsula and helps patients in need at one of the 13 UP hospitals. One donation can save up to 3 lives, and there is an urgent need for all blood types! All donors will be entered into a drawing to win $50 in Keweenaw Cash that can be used at any of the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce participating businesses. More info/tips about donating:
—eat a decent meal and drinklots of fluids before donating
—it should be at least 8weeks since your last donation
—donors need to be at least17 yrs old (or 16 with written parental consent).
–you must weigh at least 110lbs
you should be in general goodhealth and feeling well at the time of donation
–you may give blood even ifyou are on medications (most medications are ok, but if you have any question, you can call the Blood Center at 9 06-449-1450 to check)