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s part of its Blue & Gold Celebration and Family Weekend, the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg will host a blood drive with the American Red Cross on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The event, which is open to the public, will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Smith Hall Lounge.
“According to the American Red Cross, there is a national shortage of blood products,” said Pam Freger, director of the Pitt-Greensburg Health Center. “We encourage anyone eligible to donate to please schedule an appointment.” Freger also noted that anyone giving blood Sept. 22 through Oct. 19 will receive a $10 Amazon e-gift card. Details are available at rcblood.org/fall.
Appointments may be scheduled by calling 1-800-733-2767. Donors may also visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter the sponsor keyword “HAIL2PITT.” Walk-ins are welcome but may have a longer wait time.
Donors may also streamline their donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete the pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of the appointment.