Community Blood Supply at Critically Low Levels

The community blood supply has reached dangerously low levels that could potentially affect patient well-being. In particular, there is less than a one-day supply of type O-positive blood that is critical to patient wellness;  LifeStream blood bank is urging community residents to come forward to make a difference to patients in need by donating blood at this time. All donation types and all blood types are welcomed. Blood is urgently needed for surgeries, cancer treatments, to treat accident, burn and trauma victims, and for newborn babies and women giving birth. This community shortage places our loved ones, friends, neighbors and colleagues at risk. The blood donation process is faster and more convenient than ever when donors – the day of donation – go to LStream.org and click on “ExpressPass.” Required paperwork may be reviewed and the donor questionnaire completed before the donor arrives at the collection site.  To set an appointment or locate mobile drive locations, call 800-879-4484 or go to LStream.org. Locations and hours for LifeStream donor centers follow: San Bernardino, 384 W. Orange Show Road: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Riverside, 4006 Van Buren Blvd.: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday; 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.