DES MOINES- Starve a mosquito this summer and donate blood to hospital patients through LifeServe Blood Center instead!

The Tama and Toledo Communities Blood Drive, is set for Tuesday, Aug. 23, from 2-6 p.m. at the Tama Civic Center, 305 Siegel.

A blood donation takes around an hour and each pint can help save up to three lives in your community. Eligible donors should: weigh 120 pounds, be in general good health, be 16 years or older and bring a photo ID to donation appointment.

Schedule a blood donation appointment online at lifeservebloodcenter.org or call 800-287-4903.