January is National Blood Donor Month, but at CHOC, blood donations are needed all year long. All donations made at CHOC stay here to help patients (like Joshua) in need.
Learn more about becoming a blood donor below, and call 714-509-8339 to reach CHOC’s Blood & Donor Services to make an appointment.
Donating blood or platelets at CHOC is easy
Donating blood takes four simple steps:
- Registration. You will sign up and go over eligibility.
- A mini physical. Your health will be evaluated, and you will answer a few questions.
- The blood donation. It will only take about eight to ten minutes.
- Refreshments. You’ll get a snack and drink following your donation.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about donating blood.
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Content on this page was reviewed by Tristian Bone, RN, CHOC Blood and Donor Services
Make an appointment to donate blood to the patients at CHOC
You can have a direct impact on the recovery of a child. Your blood donation gives children a better chance at a healthy life.
