The City of Manchester is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive on Friday, Sept. 18. The event will take place at Manchester City Hall, located at 14317 Manchester Road, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., helping meet the critical ongoing need for lifesaving blood donations.
Community members are strongly encouraged to participate and help ensure regional hospitals maintain a reliable supply of blood products for patients facing medical emergencies, surgeries, cancer treatments and other serious medical conditions.
Donation options
Key details for donors:
Whole blood donations: The most common form of donation, which provides versatile support to a wide variety of medical patients.
Power Red donations: A specialized process that collects two units of red blood cells in a single visit while safely returning plasma and platelets to the donor. Because red blood cells are the most frequently used component in emergency care, these donations are especially valuable.
High-demand blood types: Individuals with Type O, A negative or B negative blood are particularly urged to consider making a Power Red donation if they meet the qualifications.
While walk-in donors are welcome as scheduling permits, advance appointments are recommended to secure a time slot. To schedule your donation appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org.
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