Norman — Westside Church of Christ and Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) are teaming up in a Norman-area blood drive. All healthy adults, 17 and older are invited to donate blood 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Westside Church of Christ, 726 McGee Drive.
During March, donors can support the local chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by forgoing the tote bag in appreciation for giving blood. In turn, Oklahoma Blood Institute will make a monetary contribution of similar value to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
“We are proud to partner with local The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society,” said John Armitage, M.D., Oklahoma Blood Institute president and CEO. “This month, donors have the opportunity to ‘doubly give’ for Oklahomans with blood disorders … through the gifts of blood, and through the support of research and treatment initiatives.”
Although all blood types are needed, those with O Negative type blood are especially encouraged to donate. According to the American Association of Blood Banks, those with O Negative blood type make up only nine percent of the national population. However, O Negative blood can be used by anyone in emergency need when a patient’s blood type has not yet been identified.
For more information or to make an appointment to donate, call the Oklahoma Blood Institute at (877) 340-8777 or visit www.obi.org. Donors will receive free health screenings, along with Members for Life Points to use in OBI’s online store.
