By Anita Lightfoot, County of San Diego Communications Office
Mar. 18, 2024
On April 2nd, the County will launch its annual County Employee Blood Drive and mark a special anniversary. For the past 40 years, employees have rolled up their sleeves and donated thousands of units of blood to help others in need. Because the demand for blood never stops, this year the County is encouraging even more people to participate and give the gift of life. Here in San Diego, approximately 350 blood donations are required daily to meet the needs of hospitals and patients in crisis. For County employee Mary-Huyen Gonzalez, being on the receiving end of this life-saving gift has shown her firsthand how much a small act of kindness can impact others.
Anita Lightfoot is a group communications officer with the County of San Diego Communications Office.
