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Blood Drive Planned At Homer Township Library

Donors should eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating.

HOMER GLEN, IL — The Homer Township Public Library will hold a blood drive on Feb. 5, in partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Illinois.

As of Wednesday, there are still a few appointments available for both whole blood and double red donations. The drive will be held at the library, 14320 W. 151st St.

Donors should eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating, according to the library. You should also bring a photo ID.

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Every donor saves up to three lives when they give blood.

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