MINNEAPOLIS — STORY UPDATE
Nearly 100 people showed up to donate at Health Fair 11's Summer Blood Drive on July 9th. Staff with Memorial Blood Centers collected 98 units. Each unit can be used in the medical treatment of three people.
Blood is needed every day for the treatment of accident survivors, cancer patients, and women in childbirth. There is no artificial substitute. The only source for this blood is donors.
Learn more about becoming a donor at www.mbc.org or www.redcrossblood.org.
When you donate, you're bound to get a karma boost!
ORIGINAL STORY
There’s no summer vacation for people who rely on blood for their medical treatments. And there’s only one source for that blood --- donors like you!
Show your American spirit by taking part in the Health Fair 11 Summer Blood Drive. Staff with Memorial Blood Centers will be at the Minneapolis Marriott West hotel on July 9th from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. The hotel is located north of I-394 and west of Highway 169.
Donation times can be reserved NOW! Appointments are preferred because it helps minimize wait times. Walk-in donors are also appreciated and will be accepted as space allows. Click here to schedule your donation time. You can also call 888-GIVE-BLD (888-448-3253).
- What: Health Fair 11 Summer Blood Drive
- When: July 9 | 1:00-7:00pm
- Where: Minneapolis Marriot West hotel, 9960 Wayzata Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55426
- Who: Memorial Blood Centers
- Sponsors: KARE 11
- Why? Because your blood is needed to save lives.
All presenting donors will be entered into a drawing for tickets to the Minnesota State Fair. Donors will also enjoy treats from Eileen’s Colossal Cookies and receive a Memorial Blood Centers collectible t-shirt.
The Health Fair 11 Summer Blood Drive is coordinated by Health Fair 11, a nonprofit organization that operates with media support from KARE 11. The Minneapolis Marriott West hotel is graciously hosting this drive.
If your organization would like to be involved in Health Fair 11 projects, email healthfair@kare11.com for information.