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Sign Up Today! Blood Drive at The Bush School - Friday, November 8
The Bush School Medical Club is hosting a blood drive on Friday, November 8 from 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in conjunction with Bloodworks Northwest on the Bush campus for the entire Bush Community. The Upper School Medical Club has organized this drive to help with the efforts of the ongoing state-wide blood shortage. To donate blood, you must sign up and fill out a consent form that must be signed by a parent/guardian (if under 18 years old).
Blood Drive with Bloodworks Northwest
Date: Friday, November 8
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Community Room
>> Sign-up here
Information on Donating Blood:
Donating blood is safe, easy, and can save up to three lives! However, only about 10% of people out of the 38% eligible donors in the United States actually give blood, and usually only about one or two times a year despite being able to donate up to six times a year. Since 25% of people need a blood transfusion at some point in their lives, the blood supply is very limited.
Sign up for a donation time slot here. The appointment will take up to an hour and includes some added rest and snack time, for students who want to donate, please be sure to check in with your teachers if you will be missing class.
You must be at least sixteen years old and at least 114 pounds (125 for first-time female donors) to donate, anyone under eighteen must have written parental consent. The full list of restrictions can be found on the BloodWorks Northwest website. All donors must complete this consent form and bring it, and a photo ID, with them to their appointment (forms are also available in the Upper School office).
Donating blood can be scary for people who haven't done it before, but there are simple ways to keep yourself safe and healthy. Donors must stay hydrated by drinking lots of fluids in the days leading up to and after a blood draw. Eating before and after donating is also important, and we will be providing Cup O' Noodles for donors before their appointments, as well as snacks in the Community Room after donating.
If you have any questions about the blood drive please reach out to School Wellness Coordinator Happy Salinas-Santos.
The Bush School is an independent, coeducational day school located in Seattle, WA enrolling 735 students in grades K–12. The mission of The Bush School is to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities.
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