1:30 to 7:30 pm
(Long Island, NY) “The Long Island Blood Center has issued an appeal for donations to ensure their continued capability to serve area hospitals,” said Senator Kemp Hannon (R-Nassau). “Their primary concerns are their ability to meet predictable patient needs, as well as any unexpected emergencies that may occur.”
Hannon, in partnership with Senator Michael Venditto, County Legislators James Kennedy and Rose Marie Walker, along with Long Island Blood Services, are holding a Blood Drive at the Farmingdale Public Library (116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale) on Wednesday, August 26th. The Blood Drive will take place during the hours of 1:30 pm through 7:30 pm.
Every donor will receive two (2) free tickets to a New York Mets game!
“Please make every effort to donate blood,” said Hannon. “People can’t live without it.”
Eligibility requirements are as follows:
- Must have valid photo ID or ID with signature;
- Minimum weight of 110 pounds;
- Must be between 16 and 76 years of age;
- No tattoos within the past 12 months.
To schedule an appointment, please call Long Island Blood Services at 516-478-5041.
