The B.H.S.S. National Honor Society will have its winter blood drive on Thursday, February 16, 2006 starting at 8:00AM.  Donor registration will run Monday, February 6 through Wednesday February 13 in the cafeteria during all lunches.  Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be feeling generally well.  Identification (such as a state issued driver's license) will be required.  ALL students must have parental or guardian permission to donate.
All donors are encouraged to eat well balanced meals and drink plenty of fluids in the days prior to donating!

Why should YOU give blood?

• Because you never know when you might need it. 7 out of 10 Americans will need a blood transfusion at some point in their lifetime.
   
• A safe blood supply isn't just for the sick; it's also for the victims of random accidents, violence, and injuries.  Every 2 seconds someone in the United States needs blood.
   
• Right now our area needs 650 people to give blood every day just to meet patients' needs.
   
• One pint of your blood can help save the lives of as many as three people. 
   
• Giving blood is quick, easy, and relatively simple.  It's something you can do every 56 days.
   
• Not enough people are giving blood.  While 60% of the public are eligible to donate, only 5% actually do.  The reason we have blood supply today is because people have donated in the past, and continue to donate on a regular basis.  You need to give blood now so it will be there when you need it.
   
• You'll feel good about it when you do it.  Whether you consider it a civic duty or a higher calling, you will get a profound sense of accomplishment.

Download the Blood Drive Permission Form (PDF Format)