American Red Cross Asks Brookfield Residents to Give Blood

The American Red Cross is asking eligible donors to donate blood in the final weeks of summer to help ensure a sufficient blood supply for patients in need. Blood donations generally get low during the summer months as final summer vacations are planned and families get ready for back-to-school.

Donors with types AB, O negative, B negative and A negative blood are especially encouraged to donate. Plasma from type AB donors can be transfused to patients of any blood type, as can type O negative blood. According to the American Red Cross, type B negative and A negative blood can be transfused to Rh-positive or negative patients. These types are the most in demand blood types and are in constant need.

To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Below is a list of upcoming blood drives in the area. Click here for a complete list.

Tuesday, Aug. 11

Raymour & Flanigan, 14 Candlewood Lake Road, Brookfield, 1:00 PM – 6:15 PM

Wednesday, Aug. 12

Danbury Hospital RSM, Hospital Avenue, Danbury, 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Holiday Inn, 80 Newtown Rd., Danbury, 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Tuesday, Aug. 25

Congregational Church of Brookfield, 160 Whisconier Road, Brookfield Center, 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Friday, Sept. 4

Walnut Hill Community Church, 156 Walnut Hill Rd., Bethel, 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM

How to donate blood

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visitredcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.