NATO summit has blood center seeking more donors, just in case
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Law enforcement is working to ensure the upcoming NATO Spring Parliamentary Assembly goes off safely, but worst-case scenarios have to be planned for.
Versiti Blood Center of Ohio-Dayton has put out a call for more blood donors before May 23 to build up its supply in case of emergency while downtown Dayton is shut down.
In its call for donors, Versiti pointed out that a traumatic incident to just one person can cause a hospital to have to use up to 100 units of blood for treatment.
Hundreds of people are expected to come to Dayton for the summit.
The Community Blood Center, 349 S. Main St., is outside the 'NATO Village' safety zone, but having much of downtown blocked off to traffic will still make travel to donate increasingly difficult as the event approaches.
If you can't make it downtown, there are several other opportunities for donors to give blood this month in Dayton.
The Versiti Blood Center of Ohio-Dayton branch, announced 7 upcoming opportunities.
Our Lady of Good Hope Church – May 13, from 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Our Lady of Good Hope Church/ Parish Center.Town and Country Shopping Center – May 15, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Town and Country Shopping Center donor coach.St. Albert the Great Church – May 17, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., at St. Albert the Great Parish Activity Center.Parkview Church – May 19, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Parkview Church.West Carrollton YMCA – May 19, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., at West Carrollton YMCA.Miami Valley Hospital North – May 20, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Miami Valley Hospital North.Dayton Mall – May 28, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Dayton Mall donor coach.
Attempting donors will receive a 'Local Donor' T-shirt. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments can also be made by calling 937-461-3220 or online.
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