Cedar Creek Church In Bayville Hosting Blood Drive Wednesday

BERKELEY, NJ — Cedar Creek Church is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. Appointments are recommended, though walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows.

To make an appointment, go to nybc.org/newjerseydrive or call 800-933-2566.

Attendees should remember to eat and drink before their appointment, and bring an ID card with their name and photo.

Donors should be in general good health and between the ages of 17 and 76. People 16 years of age can donate with a parental consent form and those 76 and over must provide a doctor’s note or have one on file.

Cedar Creek Church is located 370 Nixon Ave. in Bayville.

America’s Blood Centers recently issued a statement urging eligible individuals to donate blood:

“The blood supply in the United States is dangerously low — an uncommon occurrence for this time of year. It is safe to donate blood and all eligible individuals – including those who have received a COVID-19 vaccine."

Fall is typically a time when the blood supply is more stable. If the nation’s blood supply does not stabilize soon, hospitals may alter treatment for some patients or cancel some patient surgeries.
Blood donations are needed now to help maintain optimal care for all patients.

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