St. Francis is sponsoring a blood drive on Thursday, September 14, from 9:30 am-2:30 pm, in conjunction with the American Red Cross in honor of the victims that lost their lives during 9/11. The event, which is being held in the Sara Ruth Carroll Auditorium in the Butler Pavilion, is open to the public, but pre-registration is highly encouraged by contacting Kendra Wright at 706-320-8323, by registering for an appointment online by visiting www.redcrossblood.org and using sponsor code:stfh to make your online appointment or you can call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Make your visit to the blood drive quicker.  Go online to redcrossblood.org/rapidpass for more information.
 
Blood and platelet donors of all blood types, especially type O negative and O positive, are urgently needed to replenish the blood supply following a critical summer blood shortage.
 
Those who come out to give blood or platelets Sept. 1-30 will receive a coupon for a free haircut via email several days after their donation. The coupon is valid through Nov. 11, 2017, at participating Sport Clips locations. Donors must have a valid email address on record to receive the coupon.
 
All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.