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Oklahoma Lawmaker Hosts Blood Drives

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Oklahoma state Senator Joe Newhouse says with the need for blood at an all-time high, he's partnering with the Oklahoma Blood Institute to host three mobile blood drives in northeast Oklahoma. The Tulsa Republican says there are things we all must do together to help win the war against COVID-19.

"Quarantines, hand washing, social distancing, yes, but also giving blood," Newhouse said. "I'm asking you to help people you don’t even know against an enemy that cannot be seen for a purpose that is greater than your selves. Giving blood now means saving lives later."

Senator Newhouse is hosting blood drives at the Lowe's, 111th and Memorial in Bixby on April 8 and May 6 and the Cedar Ridge Christian Church, 101st and Olive in Broken Arrow on April 22.

The blood drives run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with scheduled appointments to reduce social contact with donors. Appointment time slots, sign-ups and donor information can be found at OBI.org.

Michael Cross is the host of KOSU's Morning Edition.
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