Several spots remain open for Jan. 17 blood drive

Several spots are available for those who wish to donate blood during The Nebraska Medical Center’s blood drive on Thursday, Jan. 17 between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Clarkson Tower’s Storz Pavilion.

Of the 102 available donation slots, only 39 had been filled as of Wednesday morning.

Medical facilities, including The Nebraska Medical Center, depend on donated blood to conduct surgeries, transfusions and other treatments.

“I’m really hoping we can get a good turnout for the drive,” said Kate Sullivan, a donor recruitment representative for the Midwest Region of the American Red Cross. “Donors can consider giving blood at this drive their New Year’s good deed.”

“Donors can consider giving blood at this drive their New Year’s good deed.” Kate Sullivan of the American Red Cross

Donors can schedule appointments for the drive by calling The Nebraska Medical Center Wellness Center at 552-2775, the Red Cross 341-2723, or online at http://givebloodgivelife.org.

Once at the Web site, enter the campus zip code, 68198, click on the red “Donate Blood Now, Find A Drive” tab on the top right side of screen. On the left side of the next screen, click on “Search by Sponsor Code,” then enter 495 to find the Clarkson Tower blood drive and schedule an appointment.