NEWS RELEASE
CANADIAN BLOOD SERVICES
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Summer is now in full swing, and many are loooking forward to summer holidays.
It’s important to remember the need for blood never takes a holiday. It could be you or someone you love that needs the life-saving gift of blood.
Statistics show there’s a 50% chance you or someone you know will need blood at some point in their life.
Right now, somewhere in Canada, someone needs a blood transfusion to survive. You have the power to give them life!
With that in mind, why not book your appointment for this week!
The regular Orillia Blood Donor Clinic will be held Thursday, July 11 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Best Western Mariposa Inn at 400 Memorial Ave.
Blood and blood products are a critical part of everyday medical care including major surgeries, medical procedures, cancer treatments and managing disease.
Making an appointment to donate has never been easier. Visit blood.ca, download our GiveBlood app or call 1-888-2-DONATE and find a nearby donation site.
Walk-in appointments are also available at all locations and new, first-time donors are welcome!
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