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Memorial Day American Red Cross Blood Drives: Be Proud to be a Donor at Town Center at Cobb (May 23-25)

Memorial Day, American Red Cross Blood Drive

Celebrate the Freedom to Give Blood this Memorial Day Weekend!

The American Red Cross will host two blood drives this Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, at the Mall of Georgia and Town Center at Cobb.

Why get involved?

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Here are some quick facts about the process, courtesy of the American Red Cross:

· Blood cannot be manufactured — it can only come from generous donors.

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· Blood donation is a simple four-step process: registration and medical history, mini-physical, donation and refreshments.

· Shortages of all blood types usually occur during the summer and winter holidays—so now is the time to give!

· One donation can help save the lives of up to three people!

· The American Red Cross supplies approximately 45% of the nation’s blood supply.

Log on to http://redcrossblood.org to schedule an appointment in advance. Enter the code ‘tcac’ for Town Center at Cobb.

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