Health & Fitness

Blood Drive Set For November In Cinnaminson

A decline in donations occurs from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day when donors are busy with holiday activities and travel.

CINNAMINSON, NJ — An American Red Cross Blood Drive will take place in Cinnaminson later this month, ahead of the busy holiday season. The drive will take place on Nov. 23, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at Westfield Friends School, 2201 Riverton Road.

A decline in donations occurs from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day when donors are busy with holiday activities and travel, according to the Red Cross. However, medical treatments and emergencies that require blood don’t stop for the holidays.

The Red Cross is thanking those who carve out time to give Nov. 21-24 with a long-sleeved T-shirt, while supplies last. By giving blood or platelets, donors may give patients more time — and more holidays — with loved ones. Make an appointment to donate blood or platelets by downloading the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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Another way to help keep the blood supply strong this winter is to host a Red Cross blood drive in December, January or February. To learn more about hosting a blood drive and to sign up, visit RedCrossBlood.org/HostADrive.

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