American Red Cross Blood Drive July 8

Hospitals are facing a severe blood shortage, according to the American Red Cross.  

A blood drive will be held in the Jay A. Gershen Atrium of the NEOMED Education and Wellness (NEW) Center Thursday, July 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Donors to this particular drive are eligible to receive a $10 Amazon gift card and earn chances to win a Cedar Point prize package and free gas for a year.

While not required, advance scheduling is preferred. Here are three ways you can do it:

• Register here
• Visit the Red Cross website 
• Call 1.800.REDCROSS (1.800.733-2767)

Blood drive location

Northeast Ohio Medical University 

4209 St. Rt. 44

Rootstown, OH 44272

Free parking available in front of the NEW Center.