# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Community Blood Drive at Vista Medical Center East!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Vista Health System Community Blood Drive
In partnership with the American Red Cross

Do it for a loved one. Do it for those in need.
In recognition of American Heart Month, Vista Health System is proud to collaborate with the American Red Cross to host a Community Blood Drive focused on compassion, community, and lifesaving care.

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, February 11
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Vista Medical Center – East
1324 N. Sheridan Rd., Waukegan, IL 60085

Blood donations are essential every day—supporting emergency care, surgeries, cancer treatment, and patients with heart and blood-related conditions. One donation can help save up to three lives, making this a meaningful way to support both loved ones and those across our community.

Donor Types Most Needed: 
- All blood types are welcome
- O-negative donors (universal blood type, critical in emergencies)
- O-positive donors (most commonly used blood type)
- Platelet donors, especially important for cancer and trauma patients

Registration Recommended:
Advance registration is encouraged to reduce wait times and help ensure availability.

Register online:
Visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: VMCE
—or—
Scan the QR code on the event flyer to register directly.

Walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows.

How to Prepare for Your Blood Donation:
- Eat a healthy meal before donating; avoid fatty foods
-Drink plenty of water before and after your appointment
- Bring a valid photo ID
- Get a good night’s rest prior to donating
- Wear comfortable clothing with sleeves that roll up easily
- Continue taking prescribed medications unless advised otherwise by your healthcare provider

This February, honor heart health by giving a gift that truly matters. Your donation helps strengthen emergency care and lifesaving services for patients throughout our community.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/community-blood-drive-at-vista-medical-center-east/200029524290501
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Waukegan
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Vista Health System
- **lat**: 42.3781918
- **long**: -87.8325227
- **full address**: Vista Health System, Vista Mri Institute, 1324 N Sheridan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Community Blood Drive at Vista Medical Center East!
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/31de71b5dceb340bbe2eb7b48121049c7e49d39503f569003b2dd0744b453339-rimg-w1200-h675-dcd7d7d7-gmir?v=1770488897

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Community Blood Drive at Vista Medical Center East! being held?
  - **A:** Community Blood Drive at Vista Medical Center East! takes place on Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Vista Health System, Vista Mri Institute, 1324 N Sheridan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Community Blood Drive at Vista Medical Center East!?
  - **A:** Community Blood Drive at Vista Medical Center East! is organized by Vista Health System in Lake County, IL.

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