As the pandemic continues, we highly suggest that you stay home, if possible. However, if you are following pandemic best practices and are feeling healthy, we encourage you to look into donation blood. With the fear of COVID-19, the number of blood donations has decreased. Minnesota hospitals are always in need of vital blood and plasma for patients. If you are following pandemic best practices and are feeling healthy, we encourage you to look into donating blood.
Where can I give blood on the Iron Range?
Hibbing – Memorial Blood Centers
Schedule online or by phone: (888) 448-3253 or (218) 312-3000
Fairview Plaza
1200 E. 25th St., Suite 204
Hibbing, MN 55746
Mon: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tues: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
You can also check the American Red Cross for upcoming blood drives in your area.
Is it safe?
Memorial and the American Red Cross are taking every precaution to ensure your safety. They are asking for donations from only healthy people who meet their eligibility guidelines. At Memorial Blood Center, they are taking temperatures of everyone who enters the building. All attendants and volunteers are required to wear a mask. They have extended hours and limited staff to give more space between donations. To learn more about their safety efforts, visit mbc.org.
Learn about your blood type
Ever wondered how rare your blood type is? Who you can donate to? Check out the American Red Cross’s page about blood types. It’s full of interesting information and interactive graphs.
Thank you!
We appreciate everything you’re doing at this time. If you’re looking for other ways to help during this time, here’s a few other ideas.
