Blood Needed! KBHVAC Hosting Blood Drive Today

Katonah Bedford Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corps (KBHVAC) is hosting a blood drive at its headquarters, 160 Bedford Road, Katonah, Wednesday, May 30th from 4:00 to 8:30 PM.

Healthy people of all blood types are encouraged to donate as hospital use of blood products remains high -- due to surgeries, emergencies and care of cancer patients. Every three seconds someone needs blood and one out of three people will need blood during their lifetime. Area hospitals need blood 2000 times a day just to meet demand.

This blood drive is open to the public. Anyone between the ages of 16-76 who weighs at least 110 pounds is eligible to donate. People age 76 and over may donate with a doctor’s note. If you have medical eligibility questions, please call 1-800-688-0900.

A picture ID is required; previous donors may use their donor card as ID.

Free juice and snacks will be provided.

Donors should eat and be well hydrated before donating. Walk-ins are welcome.

Any questons contact Ashleigh Rutherford at 914.874.7660.