In recognition of National Blood Donor Month, Community Blood Bank is holding a blood drive at Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center Thursday (Jan. 8, 2026) from 9a.m. to 12p.m. and 1:30p.m. to 4:30p.m.
To schedule a donation, call 605-331-3222 or donors may log onto www.cbblifeblood.org, select “donate now” and blood drive schedule, then January 8th.
The donation process takes approximately 30 minutes, and a single donation can save up to three lives.
To donate:
- People must be at least 17 years old (or 16 with parental consent found at www.cbblifeblood.org), weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health.
- Donors exhibiting cold or flu symptoms are unable to donate.
- A valid identification is required at the time of registration.
- It is recommended that a person eat and drink plenty of fluid prior to donating blood.
All those donating blood will receive a $15 Uppercrust Pizza gift card as a thank you gift.
Community Blood Bank is the only blood provider to Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center.
Ken Versteeg, Executive Director of the Community Blood Bank, says January is a critical time for blood donations, as winter weather and seasonal illnesses often lead to decreased donations while the need for blood remains constant. Patients undergoing surgery, cancer treatment, trauma care, and those with chronic illnesses depend on a steady supply of blood to save their lives.
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