On Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., UCOP will once again host a blood drive for the American Red Cross in Lobby 1 of the Oakland Franklin building. All employees are welcome to participate!

The U.S. is experiencing a blood shortage emergency and blood donors are urgently needed now to help ensure patients at hospitals across the country continue to receive critical medical care. It only takes about an hour to participate — and your donation could save three lives. You may also be eligible for a free long-sleeve T-shirt!

For a limited time, the American Cross is screening all donations from self-identified multiracial and American donors for sickle cell trait. Gain additional insight into personal health and how screening may help patients with sickle cell disease in crisis.

How to participate:

• Contact UCOP retiree Jan Kehoe at jkehoe.blood@yahoo.com to make an appointment that works with your schedule
• Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions.
• Bring your photo ID

Download a flyer with more info here (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to the questions below on the Red Cross donation site.

• Am I eligible to donate blood?
• What is the blood donation process?
• How can I prepare for my donation?
• What COVID-19 safety precautions are in place at the blood drive?

Read a complete list of FAQs here.

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