Blood has become quite scarce in Canada. Maureen Macfarlane, Community Development Manager for the Canadian Blood Services says the national inventory of blood has dropped by 35%, along with their donor base. There is a clinic coming to Strathroy January 12th at the Strathroy Community Christian School from 1pm to 8pm, and she says it’s easy to register.
It is recommenced to eat and drink before going, and Macfarlane says you must bring Government Issued ID with you.
The Donor Care Associate will be able to answer any questions you may have. Blood.ca has a whole page about if you are eligible as well as an eligibility quiz. In the past little while, storms and bad weather has prevented clinics from happening. The Canadian Blood Services has a Give 3 in 2023 initiative for this year. It’s encouraged to post about your blood donating experience and share Blood Canada’s posts to boost awareness. You can also donate plasma and platelets. If you’re between the ages of 17 and 35, you could be eligible to donate Stem Cells. More information at www.blood.ca
written by: K. Close