The Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center is putting out the call for donations, and the annual Vein Drain blood drive takes place Tuesday.
According to Director Robbin Shively, the drive will take place from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Tuesday at their facility at 1902 South Virginia Street in Hopkinsville. All blood types are needed and participants will receive a Halloween t-shirt and a bag of candy.
Donors must be at least 17 years old—16 year olds can give with parental permission—weigh at least 115 pounds and wait 56 days between donations.
Medications must be checked with staff before donating. All donors must show a photo ID and are advised to eat well before and after giving. For more information, call the center at (270) 885-0728.