Health and Fitness : THE BEST TIME IS DONOR TIME Before the Beach, Donate Blood. Be a Lifesaver.

When the sun is shining, the music is playing, and you're living your best summer life - donating blood might not be on your bucket list, but here is why it should be.

Summer is one of the most critical times of the year for blood donation. With schools out and regular routines on hold, blood donations tend to drop, just as the need stays strong. Often times, there is a rise in accidents due to travel, outdoor activities, and road traffic during summer. One automobile accident victim can require up to 50 red blood cell units.

Hospitals and their patients don't get a summer break. Surgeries continue year-round, and some elective procedures are scheduled during the summer months, especially for school-age children who are on break. If you want to make a difference in the life of someone in your community, schedule your lifesaving appointment blood donation with LifeServe Blood Center by visiting www.lifeservebloodcenter.org or calling 800.287.4903.

Schedule a time to donate at:

Virginia Gay Hospital Clinic Conference Room

Friday, July 25th 11:45 am - 3:30 pm

502 N 9th Ave

Vinton, IA 52349

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 provides blood products to 175 hospitals primarily in Iowa, South Dakota, Nebraska and Illinois. 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. For more information about blood donation or to schedule an appointment to donate blood, call 800.287.4903 or visit lifeservebloodcenter.org.