Howard County health briefs

Blood donations

The Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross is requesting blood donations. Eligible donors can call 800-GIVE-LIFE to schedule an appointment. Platelet donors should call 800-272-2123.

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Spiritual reflections: Bon Secours Spiritual Center offers spiritual enrichment programs at 1525 Marriottsville Road, Marriottsville. Information: http://www.bonsecoursspiritualcenter.org. Registration: 410-442-1320.

Education programs

Howard County General Hospital offers the following community education programs in June. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are held at the HCGH Wellness Center at the Medical Pavilion, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 100, Columbia. To register, visit . Information: 410-740-7601.

Dry eye and ocular surface disease. Dr. Mahsa Salehi from the Wilmer Eye Institute will discuss the causes of dry eyes and the care and treatment of the conditions from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, June 25.