Author: ELISE ELKINS

VAN BUREN HIGH SCHOOL
BLOOD DRIVE

When: December 2nd from 10 a.m.— 4 p.m.
Where: Van Buren High School In the old gym.

FREE EKG

About giving blood

Myths about giving blood:
Myth: ‘I'm afraid of needles so I cannot give blood.’
Our Thoughts: A bit of nervousness is normal in most people but it really is just a moment of discomfort.
Myth: Anemic people cannot give blood.
Our thoughts: You may give blood if your hemoglobin levels are normal.
Myth: Donating blood affects your body wait.
Our Thoughts: Donating blood does NOT affect your body weight.

Why do you need to donate?
You need to donate blood so people such as Matt, in the picture at the bottom right, who has leukemia can have a better chance at survival. Giving blood would help Matt and many other people maybe not with leukemia but who might be a victim in a car accident. Just you giving blood could save three lives. Give Blood, Save lives.

About our Blood Drive:
Before this blood drive we learned all about blood and the heart. Such as the different types of blood, A, O, AB, and B. We learned about blood pressure and how to take it manually, how to read and record EKG, and the hearts parts and there functions. This blood drive does not only help the people that receive the blood, but also the New Tech program which is hosting the event. The students and the teachers involved are very passionate about the drive and are very excited to see you there!