Save a Life…I Did

My name is Hailie Meyers and I am 17 years old. I first gave blood at my school during my sophomore year in high school. I was so nervous and scared that it would hurt or that I would pass out. I don’t have a fear of needles but I knew that the needle was big and I had seen bruises from friends that gave blood in the past so I was definitely terrified. I had my mom sign the paper and I stood proud and tall and did it anyways! The very first time I donated, I passed out! It was a scary feeling, but I felt so much better about myself afterwards. After that, I began receiving post cards in the mail telling me where the next blood drive would be. I loved that feeling! I went to every blood drive that I could and now I have donated blood 4 times. I love doing it, and I will donate every single chance that I get! Don’t be scared, just stand proud and know that you are saving a life.

~ Hailie from Gainesville, MO

Donations are down more than 10 percent across the country resulting in 50,000 fewer pints of blood than expected. Your donation is needed now. Schedule your appointment today at www.redcrossblood.org