Donate blood July 28 in Branson West with Community Blood Center of the Ozarks, dive into summer perks

Community Blood Center of the Ozarks donors provide all the blood for patients at Cox Branson Hospital, as well as over 40 other healthcare facilities across the Ozarks. Make a splash by giving blood at the blood drive in Branson West on Monday, July 28, from 12-6 p.m. at Praise and Worship Lutheran Church, Main Room, 9138 East State Highway 76, Branson West.

Donors will receive:

• Day passport ticket to SuperSplash USA ($44.99 value)

• Summer-themed plush beach towel

• Donors can enter to win a $10,000 dream vacation giveaway, thanks to Springfield KIA and The Resource Center

“The temperature is rising, and so is the need for blood,” said Michelle Teter, Media Relations Representative for Community Blood Center of the Ozarks.

“Summer is a challenging time for the blood supply. School breaks, vacations and busy schedules often negatively affect summer blood donations, but the need for blood never takes a vacation. We are encouraging everyone to come in, roll up a sleeve and help us keep the heat off the local blood supply. Your donation could be the gift of life for someone right here in Branson West.”

To help avoid wait times, appointments are strongly encouraged. Donors can find out more information and schedule an appointment at www.cbco.org/splash/ or by calling 417-227-5006.

On behalf of local hospital patients, Community Blood Center of the Ozarks thanks blood donors from across the region for giving life to your community.