Blood donations often decline during the holidays when busy schedules and seasonal illnesses get in the way.
But the American Red Cross and Heartland Blood Centers are urging eligible people to give the gift of life by donating blood this holiday season.
“There’s absolutely a need. Every year at this time, the donors, they fall off. It could be holiday plans, travel plans. Seasonal flu. This is the time to donate,” said Ken Cozzi, executive director for the American Red Cross’ southwest suburban chapter.
The local chapter serves 1.1 million people and covers six counties, including Will and Grundy.
The need for blood doesn’t stop during the holidays, Cozzi said Wednesday. As an organization, the Red Cross nationwide collects 14,000 units of blood each day “to simply meet the needs” of patients.
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