In recognition of Juneteenth, join the fight against Sickle Cell Disease by donating blood with the American Red Cross at the Osterville Village Library on Wednesday June 19th from 9am until 5pm.
Why are blood donations so important for patients with Sickle Cell Disease?
- About 100,000 people in the United States have Sickle Cell Disease.
- Sickle Cell Disease affects 1 out of every 365 Black or African American births.
- People with Sickle Cell Disease may need as many as 100 units of blood each year.
- Your blood donations could help alleviate the symptoms of someone living with Sickle Cell Disease, or even help save their life!
Appointments can be made by visiting https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time