Pottawattamie County is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive on Wednesday, July 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pottawattamie County Public Health building, located at 515 5th Avenue in Council Bluffs.
The blood drive is open to both county employees and members of the public. Appointments are highly encouraged and can be scheduled through the American Red Cross at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Blood donations play a critical role in supporting patients undergoing surgeries, cancer treatments, trauma care, organ transplants, and other medical procedures. Because blood is a perishable product that can only come from volunteer donors, maintaining a stable blood supply requires ongoing community participation.
"Hosting a blood drive is another way Pottawattamie County can support the health and well-being of our community," said Maria Sieck, Public Health Administrator. "A single blood donation can make a life-saving difference for patients and families facing medical emergencies."
According to the American Red Cross, someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds. Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with O negative, A negative, and B negative blood types.
This July blood drive is the first in what is expected to become a recurring partnership between Pottawattamie County and the American Red Cross. The county plans to host additional blood drives approximately every two months, creating a convenient opportunity for regular donors to establish a consistent donation schedule while helping maintain a reliable blood supply for local hospitals and patients in need.
Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment and join the effort to help save lives throughout the region.
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