If you are at least 17 years old and in good health, you can help save lives by donating blood at the locations listed below...
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OKEECHOBEE — When tragedy strikes, a safe and secure blood supply can make the difference between life and death. When there is an accident or natural disaster, there isn’t time to collect, test and process blood. Blood testing and processing takes about 24 hours. That’s why it’s so important for those who are able to donate to give blood regularly so it can be at the hospitals and ready to use when needed. The safety of the nation’s blood supply depends on the generosity of volunteer blood donors. If you are at least 17 years old and in good health, you can help save lives by donating blood. Come save Okeechobee lives.
To make an appointment, visit OneBlood.org.
• Friday, April 30, Tractor Supply, 3371 U.S. 441 from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• Saturday, May 1, Walmart, 2101 S Parrott Ave., from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Saturday, May 1, Brennan Eyecare, Platelets, 710 S. Parrott Ave., from, 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Saturday, May 3, Okeechobee Discount Drugs, 203 S.W. Park St., from 1 to 6 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 5, Winn Dixie, 3246 U.S. 441, from noon to 5 p.m.
Check OneBlood.org as dates and times are subject to change.