Wilmington VA Clinic and American Red Cross team up for blood drive

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington VA Health Care Center is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive tomorrow.

Right now, the American Red Cross has issued an emergency appeal for blood donations because of exponentially low levels.

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., you can stop by the VA clinic’s 1705 Gardner Road location near Wilmington International Airport.

James Jarvis with the American Red Cross said one donation can help three people. The actual donation only takes 10-15 minutes; however, there are steps that come before and after donation that keep donors and the supply safe and healthy.

To schedule an appointment for donation, contact: Tamula Bennett with the Wilmington VA Clinic at tamula.bennett@va.gov or by calling (910) 343-5300 ext. 3574.

Donation appointments help reduce the time it takes to donate.