22nd Annual All American Blood Drive Urges Community Action Ahead of July 4th Weekend
WATERTOWN, S.D. — As the July 4th holiday weekend approaches, local blood reserves face their greatest seasonal strain. Roadway travel increases, outdoor activities intensify, and emergency rooms prepare for a surge in need. All who donate will receive, a special All American Blood Drive event t-shirt, a free meal, courtesy of Watertown Hy-Vee, a $10 gas card, courtesy of Glacial Lakes Energy, and a $15 Hy-Vee gift card as thank you gifts. All donors will be entered for a chance to win (1) prime-rib, courtesy of Moe’s Feedlot LLC.
KWAT Radio, Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Glacial Lakes Energy, Watertown Mall, Hy-Vee, Moe’s Feedlot LLC, and Community Blood Bank invite the community to the 22nd Annual All American Blood Drive, taking place at the Watertown Mall on:
• Wednesday, July 1st: 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. : CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE.
• Thursday, July 2nd: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE.
Donors can schedule a donation time by logging into www.cbblifeblood.org, select “Donate Now,” “Blood Drive Calendar,” and choose either July 1st or July 2nd.
Community Blood Bank serves as the sole blood provider to Prairie Lakes Healthcare System. That means when you give blood in Watertown, it does not leave. Your donation goes directly to your neighbors, helping cancer patients in active treatment, to patients undergoing surgery, and to trauma victims arriving in the emergency department following accidents. One donation can save up to three lives, all within your own community.
“Preparing the blood supply for a long holiday weekend takes a community. We have seen a heavy demand for blood in our community early on this summer. When a person commits to giving blood, they ensure blood will be available for emergency situations, to treat cancer patients, and to allow those requiring surgery to heal. We are asking everyone to support your local blood supply by joining us in saving lives in Watertown on July 1st and July 2nd.”
— Ken Versteeg, Executive Director, Community Blood Bank
To donate, you must be at least 17 years old (16 with a signed parental consent form available at cbblifeblood.org), weigh 110 pounds or more, and be in good general health. Donors experiencing cold or flu symptoms are not eligible. A valid photo ID is required at registration. It is recommended that donors eat a full meal and drink plenty of fluids before arriving.
