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Merrick Library to Host Blood Drive Wednesday
Those who donate blood will be given a pair of Mets tickets.

The Merrick Public Library in conjunction with New York Blood Center will host a blood drive on Wednesday.
Those who donate blood will be given a pair of Mets tickets for an upcoming game.
According to New York Blood Center, one must meet the following requirements to donate blood:
- Must bring an ID with a signature or photo
- Must be a minimum of 110 pounds
- Must be the ages of 16 to 76 (16 year olds must have parental permission and people over the age of 76 need a doctor’s note)
- Must eat well and drink fluids beforehand
- No tattoos in the past 12 months
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