DOVER – As we recognize Black History Month and confront a serious blood shortage in our region, the Delaware Legislative Black Caucus is partnering with the Blood Bank of Delmarva to host a blood drive focused on increasing donations and strengthening a diverse, life-saving blood supply.
A press conference, hosted by members of the DLBC and representatives from the Blood Bank of Delmarva, will be held at 12:30 p.m. at the Blood Bank of Delmarva’s Dover Donor Center.
According to the Blood Bank, blood supply across Delmarva has dropped below a two-day inventory – far short of the seven-day supply needed to meet hospital and patient needs.
Through this donation drive, the DLBC aims to shine a light on the urgent need for donors and on the role a diverse blood supply plays in ensuring better outcomes for patients in minority communities.
Donors are encouraged to schedule appointments in advance and to hydrate and eat well before donating. Donation center locations are available in each county:
- Middletown Center: bit.ly/DLBCBDMiddletown
- Dagsboro Center: bit.ly/DLBCBDDagsboro
- Dover Center: bit.ly/DLBCBDDover
- Christiana Center: bit.ly/DLBCBDChristiana
WHAT: Delaware Legislative Black Caucus Blood Donation Drive & Press Conference
WHO:
Members of the Delaware Legislative Black Caucus
Members of the Delaware General Assembly
Blood Bank of Delmarva Leadership
Members of the Community
WHEN: 12:30 P.M. on Friday, February 27th.
WHERE: Blood Bank of Delmarva,
221 Saulsbury Rd, Dover, DE 19904
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