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Ramona- Albertsons to Host Bloodmobile Drive

 

Last updated 6/28/2016 at 7:17am



The San Diego Blood Bank will accept blood donations at Albertsons on Saturday, July 2, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

All blood types are needed. Current inventory for the universal blood type, O negative, is at critically low levels.

The drive will be held at: 1459 Main St Ramona, 92065 Parking Lot The San Diego Blood Bank is experiencing a shortage of donations, due in part to the Zika virus travel deferral, which asks donors who’ve traveled to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central or South America to wait 28 days after returning to the U.S. to begin donating again.

Donors must meet the following eligibility requirements: - 17 and older - 114 pounds and in good health It is recommended that donors consume an adequate meal and plenty of fluids prior to giving. A photo identification must be presented upon signing up to donate. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment for their convenience but walk-ins are also welcome.

To schedule an appointment, please call 619 – 469 – 7322 or visit http://www.SanDiegoBloodBank.org. San Diego Blood Bank A 501 (c)3 non-profit organization Twitter/SDBloodBank Facebook.com/SDBloodBank

 
 
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