Orioles To Host Blood Drive At Ed Smith Stadium As Donations Remain Needed Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
SARASOTA, Fla. (WJZ) -- The Orioles announced this week that they will host a blood drive at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida, as the urgent need for blood donations continue amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The blood drive will be held Thursday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the East lot of the stadium.
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All fans who donate blood will receive an Orioles Backpack Cooler, OneBlood T-shirt and a wellness checkup.
All donors are asked to make an appointment to help with following social distancing guidelines. Walk-in appointments will not be accepted.
Those who wish to donate blood can make their appointment right here.
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