Less than 3% of the population provide blood for 100% of patients in need. We need you! Give hope to hospital patients in your community and donate at the Azura Credit Union blood drive. The Community Blood Center and Azura Credit Union have joined forces to host a Blood Drive in honor of February's National Heart Month. Azura Credit Union Friday February 2nd, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 11750 S Fellows St. Donor bus in parking lot Olathe, KS 66061 Appointments strongly encouraged. Book yours today at https://bit.ly/azurablooddrive. If you have not donated prior, you may need to create an account in order to sign required documents. If you have questions or need help scheduling an appointment, contact Taylor Vitztum, Retail Manager at taylor.vitztum@azuracu.com or Beth Falkenstein, Event Coordinator at beth.falkenstein@azuracu.com Remember to eat a hearty meal and drink plenty of water prior to you donation. Please also bring a photo ID or donor ID card. For questions about eligibility due to travel outside the U.S., medications or medical conditions call 1.800.688.0900. Basic Requirements to Donate Blood Donating blood is safe and convenient when you are: - In good health - 17 years or older (16 with a parent or guardian’s written consent) - Weigh at least 110 pounds (Donors aged 16-18 have additional height and weight restrictions) - Free of antibiotics for 48 hours, unless taken for acne. - Symptom-free for at least 72 hours following cold or flu - Some medical conditions/medications, recent tattoos, piercings, or travel may impact eligibility
