Blood is desperately needed; two blood drives will be held tomorrow (May 8)—one in Yucca Valley and one in Twentynine Palms.
In Yucca Valley The blood drive is at the Center for Healthy Generations (57121 Sunnyslope Drive) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. In Twentynine Palms The blood drive is in conjunction with the farmer’s market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Twentynine Palms Visitor Center. All blood donors must wear a face mask and undergo a COVID-19 health screening on arrival. All donors should be free of infections or illness, weigh at least 115 pounds, and not be at risk for AIDS or hepatitis. Donors will receive a free cholesterol screening and incentives. To make an appointment to donate blood, call 800-TRY-GIVING.
