Blood drive in South Lake Tahoe

BloodSource is having a blood drive in South Lake Tahoe on  Feb. 2 from noon-6pm.

It is sponsored by the Barton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

Walk-ins are welcome. Blood drive participants will receive a parking validation for the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel parking lot at the blood drive check in.

Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be 17 years old (16 year olds need a signed BloodSource Parental consent form) and be generally healthy. There is no upper age limit. Donors must bring a photo ID and should drink plenty of fluids before donating. Potential marrow donors can register for Be the Match through BloodSource.

For more information, call 800.995.4420, ext. 60039.