Blood Bank of Hawaii schedules blood drives

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Every day, 200 blood donors are needed to meet the needs of Hawaii’s patients. It’s the blood on the shelves that save lives.

Every day, 200 blood donors are needed to meet the needs of Hawaii’s patients. It’s the blood on the shelves that save lives.

In honor of Mother’s Day, make a blood drive appointment today and give a family more time with their loved one.

To schedule an appointment or check on drive information, call 800-372-9966 or visit BBH.org. Blood drive times and dates are subject to change.

The requirements to be a blood donor are simple:

• Be in good health.

• Be 18 years of age or older (17 with signed Blood Bank of Hawaii parent/legal guardian consent form).

• Weigh 110 pounds or more.

• Bring a valid photo ID with your date of birth.

Upcoming Blood Bank of Hawaii blood drives are slated for:

• 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 23, Aunty Sally Kaleohano’s Luau Hale, main room; 799 Piilani St., Hilo.

• 10:15 a.m.-4:45 p.m. May 25, Aunty Sally Kaleohano’s Luau Hale, main room; Hilo.

• 8 a.m.-2:15 p.m. May 26, Aunty Sally Kaleohano’s Luau Hale, main room; Hilo.

• 8 a.m.-2:15 p.m. May 27, Church of the Holy Cross meeting room; 440 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo.