Blood Drive At Hopkinton High
by Katy White
On Friday November 6th the Hopkinton High School National Honors Society hosted a blood drive. Any one 17 years or older was eligible to donate blood. Students who were younger and had a permission slip signed by their legal guardians were also allowed to donate.
The process was somewhat complicated. First, you had to show a current form of I.D. and you had to fill out various forms verifying who you were, and how your health was. After completing the forms, your blood would be tested for iron levels. Once it was confirmed that there was enough iron in your blood, your blood could be drawn.
Even though the process was complicated and made some people squeamish, it was very rewarding. It is estimated that each person who donated blood saved three lives.
