The DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday April 16th, 2026, at the University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Fountain Lobby on the ground floor.
When donating, remember to:
· Provide a photo ID
· Drink plenty of fluids and have a good meal before you donate
· Be free of cold or flu symptoms for five days
· Bring a list of the medications you take
· Bring a list of the places and dates you have traveled outside the U.S. within the last three year
Whole blood donations take about 45 to 60 minutes.
All blood collected will be used to support patients at UI Health Care and Stead Family Children's Hospital
Event Location
UI Health Care Medical Center
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City , Iowa
Event Contact
Mandy McClenahan
UI Health Care
mandy-mcclenahan@uiowa.edu
319-356-8327