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Elmhurst Fire Department to Host Blood Drive

The blood drive will take place Feb. 13.

The Elmhurst Fire Department will hold a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at the LifeSource Bus at 601 S. York Road.

To schedule an appointment, call LifeSource at 877-543-3768 or go to lifesource.org and use code 031G

Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. All participating donors will receive a free firefighter T-shirt.

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Those on medication, cancer survivors, with diabetes or tattoos may be accepted. Free cholesterol screenings and free blood typing are available.

To prepare for a donation, eat well, stay hydrated and bring identification.

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