Local News Briefs: Give blood in honor of Black History Month
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Give blood in honor of Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month this February, the Red Cross encourages eligible donors, and especially those who have recovered from COVID-19, to give blood to honor the legacies of African Americans like Dr. Charles Drew and Dr. Jerome Holland.
Blood donation appointments can be made by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS
Upcoming donation opportunities:
Feb. 16, 1 to 6 p.m., Center United Methodist Church, 11026 State Route 22
Feb. 20, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Cambridge Area YMCA Family Center, 1301 Clairmont Ave., Cambridge