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Jan. 12, 2008

Blood supply hits emergency level

Puget Sound Blood Center is urgently requesting blood donations. Western Washington’s blood supply has been reduced to an emergency level. Due to the holidays, when many were traveling, schools were closed and schedules disrupted, the number of people in the community donating blood dropped significantly. In addition, a large number of patients in Western Washington hospitals required multiple blood transfusions during this time. For the safety and care of future patients, the Blood Center urges donations. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 800-398-7888. Walk-ins are also welcome.

For more information, including center locations and hours of operation, visit www.psbc.org.

Food Worker Card training and testing

Seattle and King County have posted the 2008 schedule for training and testing sessions for food handlers needing a Food Worker Card. The Food Worker Card is a permit to work with food being served to the public. Everyone who works in the food industry by preparing, cooking or serving food to the public must have a Food Worker Card.

Regular trainings are available throughout the year each Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday except on official holidays.

Two new sites have been added, Seattle Center in downtown Seattle and Imperial Bingo Connection in Renton. All classes offer materials in English, Spanish, Korean, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian and Vietnamese. The cost of a Food Worker Card is $10.

For a full listing of schedules and sites, and for more information, call 206-296-4791 or visit www.metrokc.gov/health/foodsfty/foodhandlerscard.htm.

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