Livingston Blood Drive: ‘Supplies Have Dropped’ In Coronavirus

LIVINGSTON, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Learn more about posting announcements or events to your local Patch site.

As an unintended consequence of the coronavirus public health crisis, blood and platelet supplies have dropped to dangerously low levels. In response, Saint Barnabas Medical Center and the Township of Livingston have teamed up to hold a blood and platelet drive on July 28 from 1 to 7 p.m. at Livingston Community Center, Lower Level - Main Entrance, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston.

Please help us keep our community’s blood supply strong during these very difficult times. Social distancing and additional disinfecting guidelines are in place at all blood drives. Your health and safety is our top priority. Appointments are required and can be made at www.rwjuhdonorclub.org, or by calling 732-235-8100, ext. 221 or 248. Please bring a photo ID and be sure to eat and drink prior to donating.

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