Blood drive recognizes Red Cross Month

West Valley hosts opportunity to donate blood March 16

CALDWELL, Idaho – West Valley Medical Center will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on March 16 — a fitting way to celebrate national Red Cross Month.

Locals can provide support and literally help save lives by donating blood — an endeavor that only takes about an hour. The event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in West Valley Medical Center’s Kaley Auditorium, located at 1717 Arlington Ave. in Caldwell.

Those interested in donating should schedule an appointment at 208-455-3800.

Red Cross, a nonprofit organization, depends on community blood donations to ensure a steady supply for patients in local hospitals. Red Cross provides nearly half of this country’s blood supply.

West Valley Medical Center, Caldwell’s community hospital, is one of the leading hospital facilities and employers in Idaho. This 150-bed, nationally accredited facility is dedicated to providing high-quality, cost-effective healthcare to Treasure Valley residents. For more information about West Valley Medical Center, please see www.westvalleymedctr.com.