and last updated 2021-01-14 19:39:11-05
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. â The City of Bakersfield, in partnership with Dignity Health Bakersfield, will honor those healthcare workers who have been called to care during the COVID-19 pandemic through the Operation White Lights campaign.
Mayor Karen Goh, on behalf of the City of Bakersfield, will make a proclamation declaring Friday, January 15 âOperation White Lights Day,â and the city will light up the tree at Centennial Plaza in all white lights in support of the campaign.
âEveryone who works in health care has demonstrated unwavering courage in the face of this pandemic,â says Robin Mangarin-Scott, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Dignity Health Central California. âTheir strength and humanity is a light of hope for so many patients and families impacted by COVID-19. Operation White Lights is a way to lift up our healers and let them know the community cares about them.â
Urgent need for blood donations whole blood, platelets, plasma, CCP
Houchin Community Blood Bank
and last updated 2021-01-12 18:09:26-05
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. â According to Houchin Blood Bank, as of Tuesday, all blood types are needed for donation, a concern nationwide.
The inventory on hand continues to diminish, therefore, donations are in high demand. As the need for blood continues to rise, it is important to remember how critical blood donations are,â said Sean McNally, president and CEO. âOne whole blood donation can save the lives of 3 people in our community. In this unprecedented time, this is our moment to step up and be real community heroes.