LifeSouth And Baptist Medical Center South Host Community Blood Drive

From The JAX Chamber:

October 20, 2020

WHAT: LifeSouth Community Blood Centers and Baptist Medical Center South will host a community blood drive on October 20-21, 2020. All blood types are needed, though LifeSouth is currently in emergency need of Type O positive blood. All eligible blood donors are encouraged to attend this two-day drive to support the local blood supply. All donors will receive a limited-edition T-shirt, gift card and COVID-19 antibody screening.

WHEN: Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21

7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (both days)

WHERE: Baptist Medical Center South 14550 Old St. Augustine Road (Interstate 95, Exit 335) Jacksonville Beach, FL 32258

WHY: LifeSouth is the blood provider for Baptist Health. The nonprofit blood bank has seen a decrease in blood drives this fall, as schools and businesses continue to operate remotely or at limited in-person capacities. This blood drive will provide an opportunity for Northeast Florida residents to donate close to home — which is where their donations will stay. VISUALS: On-site interviews can be arranged; advance notice is requested to ensure source availability and social distancing on LifeSouth’s bloodmobile.

CONTACT: Natalie DeYoung (LifeSouth): (904) 891-0672, natalie@wearewingard.com Kelsey Lombardo, (904) 271-6081, kelsey.lombardo@bmcjax.com

This press release was produced by The JAX Chamber. The views expressed here are the author’s own.