Donors Sought For Blood Drive In Southfield Today

SOUTHFIELD (WWJ) - Give blood, save a life.

The city of Southfield is partnering with the American Red Cross to sponsor a community blood drive on Tuesday, Aug. 18.

The Red Cross says blood is urgently needed and is encouraging everyone who is able to donate to do so.

The blood drive runs until 1:45 p.m.  in the Southfield Pavilion, located on Evergreen Road at 10½ Mile Road.

In order to donate blood, donors must be at least 17-years-old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good general health. There is no upper age limit.

Appointments are encouraged and can be made online at www.redcrossblood.org, enter the sponsor code: Southfield; or by calling the Red Cross at 313-549-7013.  Please bring your Red Cross blood donor card or other form of I.D. Light refreshments will be available.

For general questions regarding blood donations or procedures, call the American Red Cross toll-free at 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org.