Replacement Blood Drive for Larry Rollins on March 11

A replacement blood drive for long-time Eastland resident, Larry Rollins, will take place on Tuesday, March 11. The Meek Blood Center bloodmobile will be parked at Brookshires from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.  

Volunteer blood donors play a vital role in the community by providing lifesaving blood transfusions to patients with many different medical conditions. The biggest user of blood and blood products are cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy treatment. While a cancer patient may require multiple units of blood at one time, as little as three teaspoons of blood can save the life of a premature baby. 

Changes have been made to streamline the screening process and some previous restrictions regarding medical conditions and medications have been lifted. Those who have eligibility questions can speak with the Meek Blood Center supervisor at 325-670-2880.

Each donor will receive a long sleeve T-shirt and a complimentary total cholesterol test.