Blood Drive

Editor-in-Chief: Lesli Molina

DONATE BLOOD!

America Red Cross is coming to campus again on Tuesday, March 8th and Wednesday, March 9th from 1:00PM – 6:00PM and with the help of Circle K we are hoping that it becomes successful. If you would like to donate blood, please make an appointment by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering LycomingCollege or call 1-800-733-2767. COVID-19 precautions are still being taken so please wear your mask and maintain social distance.

This blood drive will be held in honor of Lycoming College Head Strength & Conditioning Coach Tim Chiarolanza ’11, who was injured on Nov. 16, when he was hit by a car as a pedestrian on Washington Blvd. Tim’s life was saved through the generosity of blood donors that night and in the days following the accident.

If donating blood is not for you, you can still help make this successful by volunteering. As a volunteer you can help in the registration table or in the snack table. If you would like to volunteer or have any questions, please email Lesli Molina at mollesl@lycoming.edu for more information

Eligibility to donate:

              Be at least 17 years old.

              Meet height and weight requirements (at least 110 pounds based on height.)

              Be in good health.

Some helpful tips before donating:

              Get plenty of rest the day before, at least 8 hours.

              Eat a good lunch and maintain a well-balanced diet rich in Iron and vitamin C.

Day of donation:

              Drink lots of water before and after donating blood.

              Avoid fatty foods.

              After donating spend 10-15 in the snacks table to rejuvenate yourself.

Be sure to bring:

              An Identification Card.

              Wear clothing that gives access to your arms.