The American Red Cross Visits Howard: Blood Drive in Photos

by Niyati Davey

The Red Cross team that helped with the donation paused for a photo. They worked hard to keep the blood drive organized. Photo by Niyati Davey

Lliam Enders gets his finger pricked before he can donate blood. All of the donors have to have their blood tested before donation. Photo by Niyati Davey

Aarya Patel was the first donor in the blood drive. He said he felt great after the donation, while eating the provided snacks and drinks. Photo by Niyati Davey

Students waiting to donate blood. Photo by Niyati Davey

Community members also participated in the blood drive. Photo by Niyati Davey

Once the students and staff were done donating blood, they were monitored for about ten minutes. The team working the blood drive had to make sure that donors were feeling okay before they returned to class. Photo by Niyati Davey

After donating blood, students recieved a snack and drink to help replenish their bodies with vitamins and minerals and to keep their blood sugar up. Photo by Niyati Davey