January is National Blood Donor Month. Blood donation is crucial for saving lives in the medical field. This month we take time to honor all those who donate their blood to help others. If you are interested in becoming a blood donor, check our the following blood donation centers and events:
The Blood Connection
270 North Grove Medical Park Drive
Daily hours for blood donation.
The American Red Cross Donation Drives
January 19th at Wofford College- 11:30 am until 4:30 pm
January 23rd at Spartanburg Public Library- 10:30 am until 3:00 pm
January is also National Soup Month. Check out the following soup recipes for a healthy lunch or dinner option:
January is also National Hot Tea Month. According to Time Health, some of the benefits of drinking tea are as follows:
1. Tea can boost exercise endurance.
2. Drinking tea could help reduce the risk of a heart attack.
3. Drinking tea is hydrating to the body (despite the caffeine).
4. Drinking tea is linked with a lower risk of Parkinson's Disease.
5. Green tea has been found to improve bone mineral density and strength.
Remember to let tea cool for several minutes before drinking! For more information on the benefits of tea drinking, visit
Time Health.
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