Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital (SBCH) is partnering with Vitalant to host a blood drive, 3-7 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at the hospital, 400 W. Pueblo St.
One blood donation can help multiple patients, according to SBCH, which encourages community members to register to donate.
“With an ongoing demand for blood, every donation ensures hospitals have the resources to treat patients,” SBCH reports. “Although most people are eligible to donate, only about 3% of the population does, making every contribution vital.”
As the sole blood supplier in Santa Barbara County, Vitalant provides more than 14,000 units of blood products locally each year to those in need.
Blood donated at the May 15 drive goes into a local supply pool, directly supporting SBCH and ensuring the hospital has the necessary blood products for patient care, SBCH said.
The Vitalant Bloodmobile will be stationed at the hospital’s main entrance at Castillo and Pueblo streets. To schedule an appointment, visit cottagehealth.org/sbblooddrive.
During May, Vitalant is showing appreciation for donors by giving away a vacation package that includes four tickets to Universal Epic Universe theme park at Universal Orlando Resort, airfare, hotel and a $2,500 prepaid electronic gift card.
Those who donate blood May 1-31 will be entered for a chance to win. Details at vitalant.org/EpicGiveaway.