Support cancer patients by giving blood with the Red Cross
(October 9, 2017) — During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood to support cancer patients and others.
Mary Alice Donofrio gave blood for the first time in memory of her mother who received several blood transfusions while being treated for breast cancer. “I had no idea what to expect, but the experience was very easy and quite rewarding. Ever since then, I try and give blood as often as I can, and every time it gives me a good feeling in my heart. It is so nice to know that taking just an hour or so out of my day can help save the lives of others.”
According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 1.7 million new cases of cancer are expected in the U.S. this year. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, with nearly 253,000 women expected to be diagnosed in 2017. Cancer patients may need blood products during chemotherapy, surgery or treatment for complications.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities Oct. 16-31
Bountiful
10/26/2017: 3:30 p.m. - 9 p.m., Bountiful YSA Stake, 2285 South 200 West
10/28/2017: 10 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., Dick's Market, 2280 Orchard Drive
Clearfield
10/21/2017: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Syracuse Utah Lakeview Stake, 275 North 200 West
Farmington
10/21/2017: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Farmington Utah Oakridge Stake, 1533 North 1075 West
Kaysville
10/19/2017: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., Kaysville South Stake, 550 South Main Street
Layton
10/16/2017: 11:45 a.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/17/2017: 11:45 a.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/18/2017: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/19/2017: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/20/2017: 7:45 a.m. - 3 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/21/2017: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/23/2017: 11:45 a.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/24/2017: 11:45 a.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/25/2017: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/26/2017: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/27/2017: 7:45 a.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/28/2017: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/30/2017: 11:45 a.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
10/31/2017: 11:45 a.m. - 7 p.m., Layton Blood Donation Center, 852 W. Hill Field Road, Suite F
North Salt Lake
10/27/2017: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., North Salt Lake Utah Legacy Stake, 875 West Foxboro Drive
West Point
10/26/2017: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., West Point Utah Stake, 550 North 2300 West
Eden
10/25/2017: 1:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Valley Elementary School, 5821 East 1900 North
Farr West
10/19/2017: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., Farr West Utah Stake, 2132 West 2700 North
Ogden
10/16/2017: 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Treeo - South Ogden, 6086 South Ridgeline Dr.
10/18/2017: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Barnes Aerospace, 1025 South Depot Drive
10/20/2017: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3329 Harrison Blvd.
10/24/2017: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Staker and Parsons Companies, 2350 South 1900 West
10/31/2017: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Ogden Institute of Religion, 1302 Edvalson
Pleasant View
10/19/2017: 2:30 p.m. - 8 p.m., Pleasant View Stake, 900 West Pleasant View Drive
Roy
10/25/2017: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Roy High School, 2150 West 4800 South
Washington Terrace
10/31/2017: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Bonneville High School, 251 Laker Way
West Haven
10/26/2017: 2:30 p.m. - 8 p.m., Ogden Utah West Stake, 3271 West 2550 South
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) 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 (16 with parental consent in some states), 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, from a computer or mobile device. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent 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.
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