Hyde Park, NY 鈥 As
we enter the height of the gift-giving season, could there be any gift more
precious than the gift of life? Just one pint of blood can save up to three
lives. On December 5, the New York Blood Center and The Culinary Institute of
America are teaming up once again for a blood drive. The two organizations have
partnered for more than 25 years to help their local communities, particularly
in the face of key seasonal shortages.
When:
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
9:30 a.m.鈥6 p.m.
Where:
The Culinary Institute of America
Marriott Pavilion, lower level
1946 Campus Drive (Route 9)
Hyde Park, NY 12538
Who:
People ages 16 to 75 may donate; 16-year-olds need parental permission and
people over the age of 75 must present a doctor鈥檚 note. Donors should be in
good health, have photo ID, weigh at least 110 lbs, and should eat and drink
before donating. All blood types are needed but the greatest need is for O
negative, the universal donor.
For questions regarding medical eligibility, call 1-800-688-0900.
Photo Caption:
With seasonal blood shortages upon us, The Culinary
Institute of America and New York Blood Center are teaming up on a blood drive
at the CIA鈥檚 Hyde Park campus on Wednesday, December 5, 2018.
Media Contact:
Jeff Levine
Communications Writer
845-451-1372
Jeff.Levine@culinary.edu
About The Culinary Institute of America:
Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is the world鈥檚 premier culinary college. Dedicated to developing leaders in foodservice and hospitality, the independent, not-for-profit CIA offers master鈥檚, bachelor鈥檚, and associate degrees with majors in culinary arts, baking & pastry arts, food business management, hospitality management, culinary science, and applied food studies. The college also offers executive education, certificate programs, and courses for professionals and enthusiasts. Its conferences, leadership initiatives, and consulting services have made the CIA the think tank of the food industry and its worldwide network of more than 50,000 alumni includes innovators in every area of the food world. The CIA has locations in New York, California, Texas, and Singapore.
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