Blood donors are needed every day to meet the needs of Hawaii’s patients. It’s the blood on the shelves that save lives. ADVERTISING Blood donors are needed every day to meet the needs of Hawaii’s patients. It’s the blood on
Blood donors are needed every day to meet the needs of Hawaii’s patients. It’s the blood on the shelves that save lives.
Blood Bank of Hawaii has scheduled several blood drives for March in East and West Hawaii.
“Make an appointment today to ensure blood is on the shelves for you, your loved ones or the patient in need,” said blood bank spokeswoman Vanessa Sim.
The requirements to be a blood donor are:
• Must be in good health.
• Must be age 18 or older (17 with signed Blood Bank of Hawaii parent/legal guardian consent form).
• Weigh 110 pounds or more.
• Bring a valid photo ID with date of birth.
To schedule an appointment or for more blood drive information, call 800-372-9966 or visit BBH.org.
Give blood
The following blood drives are planned for March. Please note that drives are subject to change.
• 11:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m. March 9
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Kona Hawaii Stake Cultural Hall, 75-230 Kalani St., Kailua-Kona
• 10 a.m.-4:15 p.m. March 10
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, 62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Kohala
• 7 a.m.-1 p.m. March 11
Konawaena High School Gymnasium, 81-1043 Konawaena School Road, Kealakekua
• 8:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. March 21
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Hilo Hawaii Stake Cultural Hall, 1373 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
• 7 a.m.-1 p.m. March 22
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Hilo Hawaii Stake Cultural Hall, 1373 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
• 9 a.m.- 3:15 p.m. March 23
Kamehameha Schools Hawaii, WCL Integrated Facility Multipurpose Room, 16-716 Volcano Road, Keaau
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 24
Church of the Holy Cross Meeting Room, 440 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
• 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. March 25
Aupuni Center, 101 Pauahi St. Suite 1, Hilo
