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LifeSouth Blood Centers open July 4th for donations

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MONTGOMERY, AL (WSFA) -

While you're enjoying the sites and sounds of Independence Day, don't forget that you can be a real hero for someone in need of blood.

The LifeSouth Community Blood Centers are open during this 4th of July and all blood types are in great need. You can donate right now at the following locations: 

Montgomery @ 4139 Carmichael Road next to Henig Furs

East Region in Opelika, Al. @ 505 East Thomason Circle (behind EAMC)

Wiregrass @ 3833 Ross Clark Circle, Dothan-  next to Jim Skinner Honda

Please remember that to give, you must bring a photo ID, weigh 110 lbs or more and be 17 years old or older (16 yr olds can donate with parental consent). The entire process will take you just 30-40 minutes.

Your donation can save up to three lives.

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