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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Monett blood drive aims to help local charities
MONETT, Mo. — The Community Blood Center (CBCO) is holding a charity blood drive on Tuesday, May 27. The CBCO announced they are holding their first Monett Charity Challenge Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Monett Area YMCA. The center said that citizens will be able to vote for a chosen local charity after giving their donations at their event. For each vote given, the charities will be entered into the cash award prize provided by Brad Hill State Farm Agency. Meet the Skyline Fire Department's newest member… a goat 'I believe in making a difference right here in our own community,' said Brad Hill, State Farm agent in a press release. 'What better way to do that than by donating blood and potentially saving the life of a family member, friend, coworker or neighbor. When you give with Community Blood Center of the Ozarks, your donation stays local and supports hospitals like Cox Monett. I am proud to sponsor this challenge, because every blood donation makes an impact close to home.' First place will be given $750, second place will receive $500 and third place will get $250. 'Our mission is to grow a healthy and strong community, and this is a perfect way to do just that,' said Elizabeth Sturgell, executive director of the Monett Area YMCA in the release. 'Every blood donation not only helps save lives, it also directly supports the programs and services we provide here at the Y. We are grateful for CBCO's generosity and excited to be part of this impactful event.' For more information on how to donate, visit their website, or call 417-227-5006. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
‘Major spike in demand': Community Blood Center in urgent need for donors after multiple serious car crashes
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – The Community Blood Center is in urgent need of blood donors throughout northeast Wisconsin after a spike in demand due to multiple recent serious car crashes. Officials with the Community Blood Center (CBC) are encouraging all eligible donors to schedule an appointment as soon as possible to help rebuild its blood supply after a 'major spike in demand.' After multiple car crashes since Friday, May 9, CBC reportedly sent out 70 units of Type O blood to community hospitals, while also sending hospital partners 11 platelet units and 60 units of plasma. Officials noted that several patients required Massive Transfusion Protocols (MTPs), where patients required large quantities of blood products in a short period. Wisconsin State Patrol: Don't pass agricultural vehicles in no-passing zones All blood types are urgently needed, especially with the summer months ahead. 'Donors are critical to ensuring blood products are available to provide timely, lifesaving care to patients in need,' said John Hagins, President & CEO, The Community Blood Center. 'We can't predict when emergencies will happen, but thanks to generous donors, we can be prepared. Community support ensures blood is available for patients relying on vital transfusions when every second counts. Act now to make a difference in your area.' To schedule an appointment, donors can click here, use the CBC Donor App, or call (800) 280-4102. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
