Blood drive Thursday

Bethel Community Church will host a community blood drive from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 8 at 4400 Osborn Road in Medway. All registered donors get the spring “Stop Waiting, Start Giving” T-shirt. To make an appointment,

visit www.DonorTime.com or call 937-461-3220.

There is no deferral or delay in donating blood after receiving the COVID19 vaccine.

This spring, many necessary pandemic precautions remain in place and continue to depress blood collection. At the same time, more participation in seasonal activities are resulting

in the more traditional challenges.

CBC has declared 2021 “Blood Donor Year” to challenge eligible donors in the community to give blood at least three times this year.

CBC ended collection of COVID-19 Convalescent Plasma on March 20 due to a decline of COVID-19 hospitalizations in the region, and a sufficient emergency

supply of CCP nationwide.

CBC is encouraging former CCP donors and others to consider donating whole blood, double red blood cells or platelets. Call 937461-3220 for more information on what donation may be best for you.

Blood donation requirements are to provide a photo ID that includes their full name (past CBC donors are

also asked to bring their CBC donor ID card), be at least 17 years of age (16 years old with parental consent: form available at www. givingblood.org or at CBC branch & blood drive locations), weigh a minimum of 110 pounds (you may have to weigh more, depending on your height) and be in good physical health.