The Indianola Wellness Campus, in partnership with LifeServe Blood Center, will again host a mobile drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13, for community members to join and help make a difference.
According to LifeServe, there is no substitute for blood donation, and a single donation can help up to three hospital patients in their critical time of need.
To check your eligibility, please review the requirements listed at the LifeServe website.
To participate in the mobile blood drive, please sign up at the below link:
Book Your Appointment
Tips To Prepare For Your Donation
LifeServe offers these tips:
- Drink plenty of fluids the night before and leading up to your donation – hydration is a key to a positive experience.
- Eat a good meal – do not donate on an empty stomach.
- Incorporate a bit more salt in your meals and snacks on the day of your donation.
- Get plenty of rest prior to your donation.
What To Expect During The Donation
According to LifeServe, four basic steps make up blood donation:
- Registration. Donors will provide their information, a signed parental/guardian permission form (if necessary) and identification.
- History Screening. Donors will complete a series of health and lifestyle questions and receive a mini-physical to check temperature, blood pressure, heart rate and hemoglobin level.
- Donation. Collecting a unit of blood – about one pint – takes approximately 5-10 minutes. Donors may feel a slight pinch for a few seconds.
- Snacks. After the donation, donors will rest in the snack area and enjoy refreshments.
If you have questions about the blood drive or would like more information, please contact Andrea Carlson at acarlson@indianolaiowa.gov or call the IWC at 515-961-9408.
Event Details: LifeServe Blood Drive at Indianola Wellness Campus
- DATE: Friday, Dec. 13, 2024
- TIME: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- LOCATION: Indianola Wellness Campus – 306 E Scenic Valley Avenue, Indianola, IA 50125
Please note that the mobile blood drive will be held in the gymnasium.