SAN ANTONIO – South Texas Blood & Tissue is one of the largest blood suppliers in the region, serving more than 100 hospitals and healthcare providers.
The summer months are a particularly challenging time for blood banks across the United States, making the need for donations even more urgent.
Blood donor appointments begin to decline as schools break for the summer and travel and outdoor activities take center stage.
However, as activities increase, so does the likelihood of accidents. One pint of blood can save up to three lives, and all blood types are needed.
TheTXLoop Community Phone Bank
TheTXLoop Community will host a blood donor registration drive for South Texas Blood & Tissue on Tuesday, July 1.
From 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., representatives from South Texas Blood & Tissue will answer questions about donating and registration for people interested in donating blood.
Representatives from the Blood & Tissue Center Foundation will be available to answer your donor questions and register you for a blood donation.
There are other ways to make a positive contribution and give back to the community. Callers are encouraged to make a financial donation, which helps to provide support for research and other lifesaving services for patients in need.
What to know before you go
South Texas Blood & Tissue is looking for donors who meet these criteria:
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16 years old, weighs 120 pounds and has completed a parental consent form
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17 years old, weighs at least 110 pounds
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Valid ID
South Texas Blood & Tissue offers helpful tips before giving blood.
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