Frog Festival Blood Drive set May 7
RAYNE - United Blood Services has partnered with the Rayne Frog Festival in an effort to collect life saving blood for the community while offering blood donors a special “thank you” gift.
While you prepare to attend the Frog Festival this year, prepare to save a life and donate blood and also score a free ride bracelet to help you celebrate the Frog Capital of the World.
Donate blood in the bloodmobile at the Chamber of Commerce located at 107 Oak St. on Monday, May 7, between 2:30-7 p.m. All donors will receive a voucher for a free ride bracelet to the Rayne Frog Festival, valued at $25. Bracelet vouchers are while supplies last, and are distributed on a first come, first serve basis.
As always, all blood types are needed. However, United Blood Services is always in need of type O negative red cells. Type O negative blood is the only type that can safely be given to patients of all blood types. Inquire about donating plasma and platelets.
Donors can also visit www.UnitedBloodServices.org the day of their donation and click on the “Health History Questionnaire”. This allows donors to complete the interview portion of their donation on-line, in the privacy of their home or office.
Volunteer blood donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Additional height/weight requirements apply to donors 22 and younger, and donors who are 16 and 17 years of age must have signed permission from a parent or guardian. Donors receive a free cholesterol test.
Donors also earn points in our “Hero in Me” online rewards store. Points can be redeemed for movie tickets, pizza, shopping cards and more at www.bloodhero.com. A photo ID is required to donate.