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Every two seconds of every day someone needs blood. “This lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation,” stated a Red Cross press release. “A single donation can save more than one life.”

“The need for blood is constant,” said Frank Spruill, Red Cross blood donor ambassador. “While 62% of the U.S. population can give blood, only about 3% donate. The actual blood donation takes about 10 – 12 minutes, and the entire process from arrival to departure is about one hour”.

“If you are healthy and feeling well, please schedule an appointment to donate now,” stated the release. Appointments can be made by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).

Upcoming Red Cross blood drives in Dare County include:

May 10 – Our Lady of the Seas, Buxton, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

May 24 – First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills, noon to 6 p.m.

May 26 – Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

May 30 – Pitts Center, Town of Southern Shores, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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