Wed. Oct. 27 / Monday Nov. 1, 2010: two Michigan Blood Drive events

Lake Michigan College from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. will host in the Student Center, Bertrand Crossing campus a Michigan Blood Organization drive for students, faculty, and community members/public.  The requirements are that you be 17 or more years old, weight at least 110 pounds, and be in good health.  Certain facts-conditions do cause a temporary deferment: prior donation since 56 days before the drive; dental procedures, and certain vaccinations/exposure to sick individuals.
You may need to wait if . . .
•Allergies – You may donate if symptoms are under control.

•Colds & Flu – Wait until you have no fever and you feel well.
•Dental Work – Wait 2 to 6 weeks after major procedures; OK after fillings and cleanings if symptom-free.
•Infectious Diseases – Check with our Donor Services staff if exposed to any contagious disease (measles, chicken pox, mumps, mononucleosis, whooping cough) in the past 4-6 weeks.
•Pregnancy – Wait 6 weeks after delivery or interrupted pregnancy.
•Ear/Body Piercing – You may donate if piercing was done with a disposable device or in a doctor’s office; otherwise, wait 12 months.
•Tattoos – Wait 12 months.
•Syphilis or gonorrhea – Wait 12 months.
•Skin Infections – Wait until wounds or burns are healed and infection-free.
•Medications – Many are acceptable but you must know the exact name.
•Vaccinations – Flu / can donate; Other vaccinations / check with Donor Services staff.

At the start of November, the Berrien Springs High School Student Council will sponsor a Blood Drive from 7:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. -- in the School Gymnasium.  On Monday, Nov. 1, walk-ins are welcomed and the eligible Junior and Senior students will be joining those of us who have given for many years even decades as those who opt to willingly share life and health with those in emergency need and surgeries that may save their lives!

Nov.1, 2010 BLOOD DRIVE