02/19/2026
Blood donation is an essential, safe, and altruistic act that keeps the community's blood supply stable, ensuring that when accidents or illnesses happen, blood is available for those who need it most.
Register to donate at Hartsell Funeral Home in Harrisburg on March 4th:
https://ow.ly/wSBo50YhSi0
6 Reasons to Donate Blood:
🩸Life-Saving Impact: Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood for surgeries, cancer treatments, and serious injuries.
🩸No Substitute: Human blood cannot be manufactured; it must come from generous donors.
🩸High Demand: A single car accident victim can require up to 100 units of blood.
🩸Health Benefits for Donors: Regular donations may lower the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and cancer by reducing excessive iron levels in the blood.
🩸Free Health Check: Before donating, you receive a free mini-physical checking blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and iron levels.
🩸Fast and Convenient: The process takes about one hour, and your body replaces the donated fluids within 24 hours.