Blood Drive. 11:00 AM-4:00 PM, March 12th, 2008 - SFSU Student Health Center
10 REASONS TO DONATE BLOOD
- Blood transfusions save lives.
- There's no substitute for human blood.
- Every three seconds, someone needs a blood transfusion.
- About 60 percent of the population are eligible to donate blood, yet less than five percent do.
- A pint of blood, separated in to components, can help up to three people.
- You'll make your community a safer place.
- Fulfills your desire to "give back" to the community.
- You'll receive a mini physical (blood pressure, temperature, iron level).
- You'll learn your blood type.
- It's safe, simple and it saves lives.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- AGE: 17 (16 year-olds can donate with written permission of parent or guardian).
- WEIGHT: At least 110 pounds
- DIET: A well-balanced meal is recommended within four hours of donation.
- HEALTH: General good health
- IDENTIFICATION: Valid identification such as a driver's license, DMV identification card, passport, social security number, etc.
When will you screen donors?
Pre-screening is critical and will be done by NSA. This is significantly reduce blood donating time for donors and the visiting Blood Center. Please read through the Eligibility Criteria for Blood Donors before signing up.
Sign Up!
Please contact Sean McGuire at sean_mcgr@yahoo.com for further details.