50 people, including 5 teachers, donated blood or assisted with the blood drive sponsored by Student Council yesterday, collecting a total of 45 pints of blood. Every pint has the potential to save 3 lives.
Students 17 or older and students with the age of 16 with a parent signature could participate by donating blood.
“Before donating, students should drink water, have a good breakfast,” student council historian Jimiliyah Nash said, “and make sure they have their driver’s license or student ID with them.”
Students can earn a red cord when they graduate by donating at least twice their senior year.
¨I´ve decided to donate again this year¨ senior Damita Wimberly said, ¨as I would like to help anyone that is in need.¨
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1.9 million people are diagnosed with cancer, many needing blood transfusions. The Red Cross national blood supply has fallen by about 25% and blood product distributions to hospitals are outpacing the number of blood donations coming in.
Other tips for donating can be found on the Red Cross webpage.
https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/how-to-donate/common-concerns/first-time-donors.html
