What's Happening in Oceanside, CA…

Oceanside High School is teaming up with the San Diego Blood Bank to host a blood drive.

Approximately one out of seven people who go into a hospital will need blood during their stay. Most volunteers give a pint of blood when they donate, an amount that may save as many as three lives. Almost one-third of the population of the United States—38 percent—could give blood, but fewer than 10 percent do so each year.

Hospitals and other health care organizations always need blood, especially for those undergoing surgery, or facing cancer, or recovering from a trauma of some sort.

In order to be eligible to donate blood, volunteers must be at least seventeen years of age, although young people of sixteen can donate if they have the consent of a parent. They must also be in good health, and weigh at least 114 pounds.

Experts suggest that volunteers drink a lot of fluids, and have a good meal before they donate. Volunteers will also be asked to provide a photo ID when they sign up. Organizers of events like this can use brochure printing to explain the process, and the need for blood.

The Mobile Drive is scheduled for April 30, at Oceanside High School, located at 1 Pirates Cove. The drive will take place in the MP Room, from 8.00 am until 1.30 pm. Walk-in donors are welcome, but the event organizers encourage people to make an appointment via the San Diego Blood Bank.