Give blood, maybe win a Wii

As a new year begins and resolutions are made, Blood Assurance is offering visitors one more way to stay healthy this year through the “Wii Give” promotion.

Currently, visitors at any Blood Assurance location or blood drive can register to win one of 12 Nintendo Wii Fit Bundles. Visitors can register until Jan. 24 and the winners will be randomly drawn on Jan. 26.

“The new year is a great time to make a resolution to become a blood donor,” said Linda Hisey, vice-president of marketing and public relations for Blood Assurance, who added that January is also National Blood Donor Month.

The blood bank will also be having a blood drive Jan. 27 at Shorter College from noon to 5 p.m.

“For people who are looking for a healthy way to contribute to the community, giving blood is a great way to do so,” said Hisey.

As the only community blood center, donations collected from Blood Assurance donors remain in the immediate area to serve the needs of local patients. Blood Assurance is the exclusive supplier of blood products for 47 area healthcare facilities.

For more information about the “Wii Give” promotion, please visit www.bloodassurance.org or call 800-962-0628.