Nassau Community College Holding Annual Blood Drive on Jan. 18

Nassau Community College, in conjunction with Nassau University Medical Center, will host its 22nd annual Mid-Winter Blood Drive on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room of the College Center Building on the NCC campus.

Nassau Community College is continuing its joint efforts with Nassau University Medical Center to supply a substantial percentage of the blood needs of this major trauma center. The Mid-Winter Drive begins the new year in the appropriate spirit of giving. This is a critical time of year, when blood supplies are traditionally low, but the need for blood and blood products is large.

The drive also continues NCC's six-times-a-year effort to encourage all able individuals to participate in this vital activity.

Make an appointment to give blood by calling Dr. Friedman at (516) 572-7401, or just stop in on Jan. 18. The process takes only about an hour and light refreshments will be served to participants. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old and in good health. Donors should come with some personal identification. They should also eat before donating.

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