Aspirus Iron River Hospital host upcoming blood drive

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UPPER MICHIGAN  – Looking for a way to help others, but maybe don’t have much time or money to spare? Blood donation costs nothing, takes less than an hour, and saves lives. Blood cannot be manufactured; a donation is the only hope for someone whose life depends on the generosity of others.
“The need for blood donations is extremely high,” said Christina Asiala, Upper Peninsula Regional Director of Laboratory Services for Aspirus Health. “The need for blood doesn’t go away; we know these donations will provide lifesaving care to individuals.”
The Red Cross estimates someone in the U.S. needs blood every two seconds. Donated blood is also used to help people who have: Cancer, Sickle cell disease, chronic diseases, injuries from accidents or fires and more.
The Upper Peninsula Regional Blood Center, which supplies blood to the 13 hospitals in the U.P., is in critical need of all types of blood.  
Monday, Oct. 2, from 1-4 p.m., Aspirus Iron River Hospital will be hosting their blood drive at 1400 W Ice Lake Road.
Donation appointments can be made by calling 906-449-1450, walk-ins are welcome.
Without the generosity of the community members who give so selflessly, patients would not have the blood they require for emergency needs or ongoing treatments. Together, we can help save lives and support more people across our communities. 
For more information on community blood drives or to find a blood drive happening near you, contact the U.P. Regional Blood Center at 1-800-491-4483.