
SAVING LIVES TAKES COURAGE
Sign up for our blood drive and take the first step!
08/31/2019
8924 1200 N
DEMOTTE, IN 46310
09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Please click https://ht.heartlandbc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/5574131 to schedule your preferred donation time!
Who can donate?
GENERAL
The donor must be in good health and feeling well.
AGE
At least 17 years of age. 16 year olds are eligible provided they have written approval from a parent/guardian.
WEIGHT
110 pounds or more.
DIET
It is recommended to eat something within the four hours prior to the donation.
COLD OR FLU
Fever, persistent cough, sore throat or chest congestion disqualifies a donor.
INTERVAL BETWEEN BLOOD DONATIONS
Must be eight (8) weeks between regular whole blood donations. Waiting period must be sixteen (16) weeks after double red cell apheresis: seven (7) days after platelet apheresis.
MEDICATIONS
Donors taking medications may be deferred from donating due to their underlying medical condition. Check with the Heartland staff for acceptability.
TRAVEL OUTSIDE THE U.S.
Travel to certain parts of the world may be cause for deferral. Check with the Heartland staff to determine eligibility.
For specific questions regarding your blood drive, please contact your Account Representative, Colleen Coblentz, directly at ccoblentz@heartlandbc.org.