There are few things more alarming than needing blood when it’s not there. According to Don Escalante, increasing numbers of people have contributed blood at Lifestream blood bank’s recent blood drives at Loma Linda University Health, helping to ensure that there are ample supplies of blood for patients.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the LifeStream blood bank will visit the Loma Linda University Health main campus. LifeStream’s mobile unit will be parked adjacent to Magan Hall.
Additional Lifestream blood donation dates are:
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Loma Linda Faculty Patient Business Office on Hospitality Lane. The bloodmobile will be parked at 268 W. Hospitality Lane, San Bernardino.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, 11234 Anderson St. The bloodmobile will be parked in front of the School of Dentistry in the cul de sac.
Blood donors receive the satisfaction of knowing they helped save lives. Each donor will receive a free cholesterol screening, and incentives include a $10 Barnes & Noble gift card and donor loyalty points which may be used in LifeStream’s online donor store.
If you haven’t donated in the previous 56 days, you’re eligible to help. Be sure to bring a photo ID, hydrate and don’t skip meals before donating blood.
While walk-ins are welcome, appointments are encouraged and receive priority. To set an appointment, call 800-879-4484 or visit LStream.org.