Blood Drive Scheduled in Old Lyme, Thursday

OLD LYME–On Thursday, Aug. 7, from 1 to 6 p.m., the American Red Cross will hold a community blood drive at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme.

The American Red Cross reminds readers that blood supplies are critical because every two seconds in the U.S., someone needs blood. While all blood types are needed, donors with type O blood are most urgently needed.

Type O negative blood is often reached for in emergencies when there is insufficient time to match a patient’s blood type.

Type O positive is the most common blood type, so it is important to keep type O blood and all blood types on hand at hospitals for people facing both chronic illness and sudden, life-threatening conditions.

Schedule an appointment at this link or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. The Red Cross Blood Donor App is also available.