The Kentucky Blood Center has announced that they will be hosting a blood drive at the Floyd County Public Library, Tuesday, January 10 from 10–11:30 a.m.

Those who come to the upcoming drive and donate blood will receive a limited-edition Kentucky Blood Center hoodie as a thank you for donating.

 Without a healthy supply, patients who need blood for everything from cancer treatments to premature births, surgeries, anemia, diseases, car accidents and more are at risk. One in four people will need a blood transfusion in their lifetime.

The need for blood is ever constant. Approximately 400 donors are needed daily to maintain a healthy blood supply.

Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health, show a photo I.D. and meet additional requirements. Sixteen-year-old donors must have a signed parental permission slip, which can be found at kybloodcenter.org.

Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522.