Lynn Mallotto, October's Hero of the Month

“People need the utmost patient care and if blood levels get too low, it could mean the difference between life and death. It’s as simple as that.”

A longtime supporter of the Community Blood Bank, Lynn Mallotto, has been named the October Hero of the Month. Lynn states that she is “honored to accept the recognition and happy to contribute to the Blood Bank’s ongoing effort to keep our community blood supplies at optimum levels.” As the Events Coordinator for Cathedral City, Lynn helps with public relations, marketing and special events, so she understands the importance of getting the word out about worthy causes.

“I was an X-ray technician at area hospitals throughout the 1980’s and I saw firsthand the important role that the Community Blood Bank plays in saving lives. People need the utmost patient care and if blood levels get too low, it could mean the difference between life and death. It’s as simple as that.” Lynn explained.

“Lynn promotes an ongoing effort to announce area blood drives via the city’s calendars, service clubs, and e-mail blasts to city employees.” said Center Director Nicu Cocione ”Community Blood Bank depends upon our volunteer blood donors and business partners such as Lynn to maintain an ample and steady blood supply for our community.”

Lynn adds, “I’ve been a Desert resident for 32 years. I’ve watched the Desert grow from a time when you could get from one end of the Valley to the other in 15 minutes. That growth is all the more reason to increase our commitment to blood donation. Blood is needed even more during the holidays when the seasonal residents return and our population is increased.”

If you would like to read more about our heroes, see below:

	July 2010 Ann D' Alessandro Murphy		Aug. 2010 John Allens
	Sept. 2010 Jorge Contreras		Oct. 2010 Robert Shepherd
	Nov. 2010 La Quinta High School		Dec. 2010 Bob Hope Classic
	Jan. 2011 Joyce Lyle		Feb. 2011 Patty Newman
	March 2011 Indio Middle School		April 2011 CBB Volunteer Drivers
	May 2011 Women of Ocampo Family		June 2011 Jason Ferrell
	July 2011 Dottie Washington		August 2011 Laurie Kettering
	Oct. 2011 Lynn Mallotto

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