Blood drive held in Gonvick
Tue, 01/31/2017 - 10:10am
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The American Legion Auxiliary sponsored a very successful blood drive. The drive held in Gonvick on January 19th saw 41 people volunteer to donate blood and 32 were able to give. Seven people gave blood on the automated 2RBC machine that collects two units of red blood cells which resulted in 39 total products.
According to Katie Bartelson, Senior Donor Recruitment Representative for United Blood Services, “Communities like Gonvick make a regional blood program work. People volunteer to donate when there has been a well-organized campaign, informing the public of the need for blood.”
The American Legion Auxiliary was also responsible for registering donors and providing refreshments. Others who assisted were: Janet Olson, Evon Quern, Carol Johnson, Louise Sundquist, Tippy Berg and Rosie Rude. Space to hold the drive was provided by the Community Center.
On behalf of the patients who benefited, United Blood Services appreciates all the thoughtful people who volunteered to help others by giving of themselves.