Health and Fitness : LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER HOSTS FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION BLOOD DRIVES

LifeServe Blood Center is asking community members to show their support for local firefighters this May in conjunction with International Firefighters' Day observed annually on May 4th.

LifeServe Blood Center is partnering with local firefighters to host special mobile blood drives across Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Illinois April 23-May 2 as well as at our 14 Donor Centers Thursday, May 1-Saturday, May 3. This promotion aims to honor firefighters while providing much needed blood donations to community hospitals.

The need for donations increases during the summer months due to increased outdoor activities and travel. "Firefighters are committed to the protection of life and property and put their lives on the line regularly for the sake of others. Their commitment is something that everyone can appreciate and support. To make sure we're prepared for every situation, it's important that donors give blood regularly, especially as we head into the summer," said Tim Paluch, LifeServe Blood Center Director of PR and Marketing.

Donors who roll up a sleeve to give the gift of life at one of the participating locations will receive a free axe pizza cutter while supplies last!

For more information on the hours and locations or to book your appointment, visit lifeserve.info/FF2025 or call 800-287-4903. LifeServe Blood Center is a non-profit, community-based blood center that has served the needs of local hospitals and patients in our regions since 1947.

As one of the 15 largest blood centers in the country, LifeServe Blood Center provides blood products to 161 hospitals primarily in Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. LifeServe is committed to saving lives by providing premier service to volunteer blood donors and access to a safe, quality blood supply for hospitals and patients. Your donation with LifeServe will help save your neighbor, a friend or family member or a stranger on the street. You make a difference in your community.