Blood drive to be held in Rancho Santa Fe on April 29

The San Diego Blood Bank will accept blood donations at an open to the public blood drive hosted by RSF Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary and the RSF Community Center, 5970 La Sendita, Rancho Santa Fe, 92067, on Monday, April 29, from noon-5 p.m. The bloodmobile will be parked in the parking lot.

Participants will have the opportunity to join the San Diego Blood Bank’s Donors 4 Life program, which includes access to an online store and the ability to track cholesterol, pulse, and blood pressure after each donation.

Anyone who is at least 17 years old, in good health and weighs at least 110 pounds may be eligible to give blood. A good meal and plenty of fluids are recommended prior to donation.

Established through the support of the San Diego County Medical Society in 1950, the San Diego Blood Bank, a non-profit organization, is the largest blood collection agency in San Diego County. A member of America’s Blood Centers, a national network of community-based blood banks, the San Diego Blood Bank serves patients in 50 hospitals throughout Southern California.

For donor requirements or to make an appointment, call the San Diego Blood Bank at 1-800-4MY-SDBB (800-469-7322) or visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org