Jamestown, ND, August 19, 2013-Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) recently
sponsored a blood drive for the United Blood Services on Aug. 13 at the JRMC Clinic.
Out of 54 volunteers that signed up to donate blood, 41 were able to give.  Eight
donors gave blood on the automated 2RBC machine, which collects two units of red
blood cells during the donation. Twelve volunteers donated blood for the first time.

“Our goal for this year’s blood drive was to sign up 53 donors for the blood drive –
we exceeded our goal which is very exciting,” stated Abby Silbernagel, JRMC blood
drive coordinator.  “Thank you to the community and staff for support as we do our
part to make sure patients have the blood supply that they need.”

JRMC’s blood drive total contribution was 49 units of blood for United Blood Services.

About Jamestown Regional Medical Center
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is a 25-bed, critical access hospital located at
2422 20th St. SW, Jamestown, ND. For more information on services at JRMC, visit
www.jrmcnd.com or call 701-952-1050.