American Red Cross Iron Heart Blood Drive

On Wednesday, December 30, St. Charles Town Center will be hosting a very special blood drive in honor of local Red Cross hero and author, Brian J. Boyle. This hometown blood drive is a special thank you to the emergency responders, medical professionals, friends, family, and fans in the Southern Maryland community who made Brian’s recovery possible.

Brian, spokesperson for the American Red Cross Greater Chesapeake and Potomac (GC&P) Blood Services Region and blood recipient, recently completed the autobiographical Iron Heart, telling the true-life story of how he returned from the dead. It is dedicated to the faculty and staff of Prince George’s Hospital and the many others who aided in his recovery.

Brian said, “When I needed it, the American Red Cross was there with 36 blood transfusions and 13 plasma treatments that saved my life in a situation where time was of the essence. Volunteer blood donors made this possible. By giving just a little bit of their time, blood donors gave me a lifetime.”

All blood drive participants will receive a limited-American Red Cross-edition of Iron Heart. Boyle will also attend the event to thank donors, autograph books, take photos, and meet with fans, friends, and family who helped him in his recovery.

This Iron Heart blood drive will be held from noon to 6pm on Wednesday, December 30 on the lower level of St. Charles Town Center, located at 11110 Mall Circle, Waldorf, MD. Appointments are required. For more information, please visit: www.my-redcross.org or call 1-800-GIVE - LIFE.