WBBJ TV
January 7, 2021
JACKSON, Tenn. LIFELINE Blood Services in Jackson is in need of more locations to host mobile blood drives across West Tennessee.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, LIFELINE has not been able to host mobile blood drives at their usual locations. This has caused a major problem for blood supply since early last year.
Organizers are now asking local businesses and industries to help schedule blood drives at their locations with COVID-19 precautions.
Marketing Manager Caitlin Roach says they’re asking the community for help because giving blood during this time is extremely important.
“We would ask that they reconsider where we’re concerned we are are not something that’s optional, blood is not optional. It is critical in saving lives for West Tennessee,” Roach said.