Note the Change in date!

Thanks to those who showed interest and heart to donate blood.  However, due to popular demand, Canada Blood Services is too busy this weekend to take in our group.  We have rescheduled the blood donation to the next available Sunday, which is February 5, 2012. Please feel free to RSVP again.

This is really our Bubble Tea Sunday event.
Michelle came up with a great idea for us to donate blood. As a group we can make a difference in someone's life.

We will start by meeting at the Canadian Blood Services clinic, at 4750 Oak Street, Vancouver.

And then we will go to the nearby Corner 23 for bubble tea, where Michelle will tell us more about Horoscope + Blood Type compatibility.

Corner 23's Address:
4008 Cambie Street (Cambie & King Edward)

The day will also feature bubble tea flavours that helps regenerate blood, such as Lemon, range, Grape Fruit & Limes (sorry I'm not a doctor, but if there are doctors / nutritionists in the group reading, please correct me!) http://ehealthforum.com/health/topic111003....

See you there!

One in two Canadians will need blood in their lifetime. By donating blood, we can help cancer patients, premature babies, accident/injury victims, people undergoing surgery and transplants, as well as those suffering from blood diseases, burns and shock. A patient suffering from cancer can use up to eight units of blood a week in their treatment! The need for blood never stops, and we can help. 

Donor Eligibility 

Canadian Blood Services has screening criteria for all blood donors, in place for the safety of the blood system. 

Basic Requirements for Donating Blood 

1.        First time donors must be between the ages of 17 and 61 
2.        Donors must weigh at least 110 lbs 
3.        ID is required 
4.        You must wait 6 months to donate after having a piercing or tattoo 
5.        If you've travelled outside of North America within the past year, please call our toll free line, and speak to a clinic nurse to make sure you did not travel to what we consider a 'malaria risk area'.  [masked] DONATE www.blood.ca 

Preparing for your Blood Donation Please make sure you've eaten at least 2 hours before donating Stay hydrated by drinking lots of water the day of your donation Ensure that you bring ID with you to the clinic The entire process will take about an hour, so please make sure you've scheduled an hour for donating within your busy day