Blood Bank at Community Center March 8

The San Diego Blood Bank will accept blood donations at a public drive hosted by the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane, Fallbrook, on Thursday, March 8, from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. The drive will be held in the Community Room.

All donors at this drive will be awarded a voucher for a free whale watching trip donated by Helgren’s Oceanside Sportfishing. (Due to rising fuel costs there will be a $5 surcharge per person.) Participants will also have the opportunity to join the San Diego Blood Bank’s new Donor Difference program, which includes access to an online store for donors 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 is recommended prior to donation.

For donor requirements or to make an appointment, call the San Diego Blood Bank at 1-800-4MY-SDBB or visit http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org.