Health Services

Blood Drives

Be a hero, donate blood! 

Donor Preparation
  • #1 deferral for women is low iron. Women begin eating iron rich foods.
  • Begin drinking lots of water – hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!
  • Eat prior to donation (no fasting)
  • Bring Photo ID reflecting first and last names.
  • Visit restroom prior to beginning the donation process.
  • Donors may take their health history the day of donations.
Don't forget to keep your family's information updated in DEERS!