Red Cross Central California

About 8.7 million people in the U.S. have undiagnosed diabetes. We're expanding our health offerings to add free A1C testing (prediabetes & diabetes screen) on successful March donations. No fasting needed! (1 result in 2026.) Book a donation: rcblood.org/4hmoNte

Hello, spring! Seasons may change, but the need for blood and platelets is constant. Spring into action and help ensure patients have the lifesaving blood products they rely on. Book now: rcblood.org/appt

Unseasonably hot temperatures continue this week. Parts of Southern California are facing a significant heat event, according to @NWS. Remember to stay cool, hydrated and to check in on friends and neighbors. Visit news.caloes.ca.gov/safety-tips-to… for more tips to stay safe.

Red Cross Month is a time to celebrate the people who bring our mission to life, and our blood donors do that every day. We're grateful to those across the country who generously give to help patients. Whenever there's a need for blood, it’s your donations on hospital shelves that make a difference, and we cannot thank you enough! ❤️

For patients receiving urgent medical care, the need for blood doesn’t stop for spring break. We need you now: Come to give blood or platelets in March and you’ll get a $15 Amazon Gift Card by email. Spring into action: rcblood.org/4aVPcwh

Be ready for today's heat continuing through the rest of the work week - with little day-to-day changes especially inland of the beaches. Some relief is expected into early next week. #cawx

This St. Patrick’s Day, don’t just wear green — give red! Blood and platelet donors are the real lucky charms. Make a lifesaving visit, spread cheer and turn a little pinch into a lot of hope. Book today and turn someone’s luck around: rcblood.org/appt

Building high pressure will lead to an extended period of hot temps, with highs peaking Tues - Fri this week. Temps will continue to be warm overnight, and may not provide much relief to heat stress overnight. #CAwx #Socal #LA #Heat

For people who are 65 or older, heat can be especially dangerous. Make a plan with a friend, relative, or neighbor who will call or come check on you twice a day while it is hot outside. Go to listoscalifornia.org to learn more.

🥵 Higher than normal temps happening March 17-20, 2026, in parts of #SantaBarbaraCounty. ➡️ Tips to #BeatTheHeat: ReadySBC.org

March scorcher: Record-breaking heat wave to hit SoCal this week. We're tracking the timing and peak temps - now on ABC7 abc7.com/58983/

Happy National Red Cross Instructors Day! 👏🏾 To the instructors who equip our communities with CPR, first aid, and water safety skills: thank you for empowering others to save lives. Ready to learn the skills they teach? Start today: redcross.org/takeaclass

Volunteers give more than time — they bring comfort, lifesaving blood, shelter and support to those in need when #HelpCantWait This Red Cross Month, join them in spreading help and hope! Put on the Red Cross Vest at redcross.org/VolunteerToday #RedCrossMonth

We care about your well-being: Get a free health screening when you give blood! We check blood pressure, hemoglobin & pulse. For successful March donations, we’ll perform A1C testing (diabetes/prediabetes screen; 1 test result in 2026). Book: rcblood.org/4hmoNte

HIGH RISK FOR HEAT ILLNESS this week, especially Thursday and Friday. Adjust plans now to avoid outdoor activities during the heat of the day. #cawx

These statistics are alarming but true. According to the CDC: • 8.7 million people in the U.S. are living with undiagnosed diabetes. • Approximately 80% of people with prediabetes are unaware they have it. Unmanaged diabetes can cause serious health concerns. We’re expanding our health offerings this Red Cross Month with free A1C testing for all who successfully give blood through March. 31 (one test result per donor in a 12-month period). Gain valuable information about your blood sugar levels over the past three months by making an appointment to donate blood: rdcrss.org/3OOGMzB

What a way to kick off our first Sound the Alarm event of #RedCrossMonth! ⛑️ 45 community members dedicated their Saturday morning to installing free smoke alarms for their neighbors in Oceano. Thanks to our volunteers from Cal Poly's Red Cross Club for helping #EndHomeFires!

Come to give blood with the Red Cross in March & get a $15 Amazon Gift Card by email. Plus, successful March donations get A1C testing (diabetes screen, 1 result in 2026). Help save lives & empower your health this Red Cross Month! Book now: rcblood.org/4ufOvXE

When the clocks TURN this weekend, don't forget to TEST your smoke alarms! ⏰ Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 8, and the @RedCross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks forward to make sure the devices are working. #TurnAndTest

It’s Red Cross Month! For 145 years, people like you have helped carry our mission forward: neighbor to neighbor, community to community. This March, join us in celebrating #RedCrossMonth & the volunteers, donors, blood donors & supporters who make our lifesaving work possible.