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Become an Inova blood donor

By Doug Francis

Doug Francis at Woodburn Center Inova Blood Donor Services Virginia
Donating Blood at Inova Woodburn Center

After the Covid-19 crisis, there are far fewer donation programs going on at business offices around Northern Virginia. The problem is that the demand for blood has remained the same as in 2018.

The easiest way for you to become part of the Northern Virginia community is to become a regular blood donor. Yes, you can “give back” by spending about an hour of your time in one of the blood donor centers that are set up across the area.

The need: Over 200 units a day

Here are the Donor Center locations in Northern Virginia (8/2023):

  • CentreMed – in Centreville on Route 28. 6201 Centreville Road
  • Fairfax Hospital~  Medical Park – . 3289 Woodburn Road
  • Dulles Town Center -45745 Nokes Boulevard, Sterling
  • Inova Mount Vernon Hospital -2501 Parkers Lane, Alexandria

Please check out the INOVA Blood Donor Services page for operating hours ~ walk-ins are encouraged!

You will also see the Blood Mobile at locations like the Vienna VA Community Center, Tysons Corner and the Reston Town Center.

Blood Supply Inova

According to the Inova Blood Donor Services web site, the Washington D.C. area needs over 200 units of whole blood a day to help save lives. And recent studies show that only 37% of the U.S. population is eligible to donate, and of that amount, only 5% donate blood on a regular basis.

Only about 5% donate blood regularly

Take a look at the chart and see where your blood type lines up. It is time to make a commitment to help the community and maybe save the life of someone you will never meet. Thanks!

Safety note: You cannot contract blood borne pathogens such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV/AIDS by donating blood.

Blood Donor Eligibility Requirements

Filed Under: Blog, Living Here Tagged With: Blood donation, Northern Virginia, Reston Town Center, Vienna Virginia

About Doug Francis

A seasoned Realtor specializing in unique and new homes around Vienna, Virginia, Doug has seen consumer behavior, negotiations and communication styles change. At his original brokerage, he was the first agent to add an email address. Imagine! Outside real estate, he plays tennis, is a Washington Capitals fan, spends time with Skipper (his dog), and enjoys the restaurant scene in the DCA. He's a Boston University graduate who feels morning coffee is non-negotiable.

Vienna real estate agent Doug Francis

When we bought our house in Vienna, we were thinking about raising the kids, building an addition, and knowing the neighbors. Today, home buyers are attracted to Vienna because of the sense of community, walkability, and small town lifestyle.

So, what’s next after your 25 years? It’s a conversation many of my clients are having with me as they plan to move to the beach, travel, or get closer to grandkids. Helping them see their future, sell their current home, and move ahead with their updated plan has been an interesting new chapter.

My background: I am an active licensed agent in Virginia, have negotiated hundreds of sales contracts, work at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty in McLean, and still sell homes in all price ranges. I donate to the Town of Vienna tree replacement fund, participate in a neighborhood citizens association, and try my best to stay in shape.

Let’s discuss your moving plans: Email doug@dougfrancis.com or call me at (703) 304-6827 .  Cheers!

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I am a Realtor with TTR Sotheby's International Realty® just outside Washington D.C. in Northern Virginia. I'm licensed in Virginia with a focus on Vienna, VA real estate since 1991.

That deep knowledge is valuable, especially in today's fast-paced market where advice is critical. Although many of my clients are personally referred, I am available to help you too and am accepting new clients right now.

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