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Get
into the routine of saving lives
THE National
Blood Service is asking people across the North West to help them
top blood stocks up after the summer break. During the summer
month’s stocks can dip by as much as 10%, it is important that they
are built back up again during September so that they are ready for
the colder months ahead when stocks can again dip.
Cathy Davies Communications Officer for the North West said;-
“With the school holidays over, people are starting to return to
their old routines. We would like to ask people to add saving lives
to their ‘to do’ list by becoming a blood donor.”
Donors can give every 16 weeks and as each donation can potentially
save 3 lives by giving an hour of their time 3 times a year each
donor could help save or improve the lives of as many as 9 patients
in local hospitals.
Cathy added;- “Why not call our helpline today and make an
appointment to come along to your local session because you never
know when it could be someone you know that needs a blood
transfusion.”
Anyone aged between 17 and 59, weighing more than 50 kg (7 stone 12
lbs) and in general good health could potentially start saving lives
by becoming a blood donor. For details of sessions in your area or
to book an appointment call 08457 711 711 or visit
www.blood.co.uk. |
British Red Cross Seek Lancashire Loop Cyclists
THE British
Red Cross is looking for cyclists to join its cycling team for the
Lancashire Loop Cycle Challenge on Sunday 30 September 2007 and to
help raise funds for the charity. Cyclists can choose either a
45 mile or 100 mile route starting and finishing at Cockerham
Village Hall. To enter costs just £10 and we are challenging our
cyclists to raise a minimum of £75 or more in sponsorship.
All
monies raised will go to support the services provided by the Red
Cross both at home and abroad.
Senior Fundraiser, Jo Allott said:- "This Lancashire bike ride
is a fantastic event, which takes in some of most the breathtaking
views of the Lancashire Countryside. It a real challenge but a real
achievement for cyclists to complete and all whilst raising money
for charity too!"
Entries for the event close on the 17 September 2007 and places are
limited so don't miss out!
If you have what it takes for this
challenge and would like to raise some sponsorship money for the
British Red Cross too, for more information please contact Jo Allott
on 0161 888 8915 or
email. |
