Edmunds County Tribune -

The Ipswich Lions will host a Blood Drive on Monday, Nov. 7 from 1 to 6 p.m. in Fr. Bormann Hall.

To make an appointment contact Jerald Brooks, 605-380-1925 or online at vitalant.org

An hour of your time could change someone’s life.

Before you roll up your sleeve to help someone else, take care of yourself. Eat a healthy, low-fat meal within two hours of your donation. The day before, eat a salty snack. when you donate blood, you lose about a gram of salt.

Hydrate by drinking eight to 16 ounces of non-caffeinated, non-alcoholic beverages one hour before you donate. Water is a great choice.

Limit or avoid caffeinated sodas, coffee, iced tea and energy drinks on the day of donation.

After your donation relax in the relaxation area for at least 15 minutes to enjoy snacks, along with a beverage to replenish your fluids. Avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting for the rest of the day.

For more information visit vitalant.org .