4/8/13 - The Hamburg Township Fire Department is hosting a blood drive today, and organizers hope it will help make up for a recent lull in blood donations. The department holds a regular blood drive every eight weeks at the fire hall on East M-36 with help from volunteers from the Livingston County Red Cross and local business sponsors. Their typical goal is 40 to 50 units of blood, and Deputy Chief Nick miller says the amount they collect can vary from 30 to 60 units. Miller says blood is always needed, but supply and demand tend to fluctuate with the seasons. Summer is on the way, which tends to result in reduced donations because many people are busy or leave the area. However, the increased activity during the warm months can also lead to more injuries and a greater need for blood. Miller says recent Red Cross blood drives have had smaller turnouts than expected, so organizers are hoping for a good response at todayâs blood drive to help make up the difference. The drive will be held from 1:00 to 6:45pm at the fire hall located at 3666 East M-36. Walk-ins are welcome as long as there is space, but appointments are preferred. To make an appointment, click on the link posted below. (TD)
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