Donate Blood in Madrid for a Chance to Win Rosalía Concert Tickets

The Community of Madrid has launched an initiative to encourage blood and plasma donations, offering donors a chance to win tickets to see Rosalía perform in Madrid on March 30th at the Movistar Arena. The campaign aims to bolster reserves of both blood and plasma components, particularly crucial during the Easter period.

Why Blood and Plasma Donations Matter

Donated blood and plasma are vital, not only for transfusions but also for the production of essential medicines used to treat approximately 6,000 patients. Plasma is obtained through a process called plasmapheresis, which takes about 40 minutes and allows for quick recovery and the possibility of donating again within 48 hours.

How to Participate in the Raffle

Individuals interested in donating and entering the raffle should schedule an appointment by calling 913017240 or emailing donarplasma@salud.madrid.org. Donations are accepted at the Regional Transfusion Center, located on Avenida de la Democracia, corner with Avenida de las Comunidades, in the Valbernardo neighborhood of the Vicálvaro district.

The center is accessible by Metro Line 9 to the Valdebernardo station, as well as by private vehicle. All eligible donors will automatically be entered into the draw for two tickets to the Rosalía concert.

Eligibility Requirements

To donate blood and plasma in Madrid, individuals must be of legal age, weigh more than 50 kilograms (approximately 110 pounds), and be in good health. The Community of Madrid encourages eligible residents to donate at least twice a year.

Upcoming Blood Donation Campaigns in Madrid Hospitals

This initiative is part of a broader series of blood donation marathons taking place in Madrid hospitals throughout the spring and autumn. These campaigns typically generate between 9,000 and 10,000 additional essential blood bags to meet healthcare demands.

Currently, the most needed blood types are 0+ and B-, followed by A+, A-, and 0-.

Hospital Donation Dates

• Baby Jesus: March 9 – 13
• Fuenlabrada: April 9 – 10
• Infanta Cristina: June 11
• King Juan Carlos: April 14 – 15
• San Carlos Clinic: April 14 – 16
• Southeast: April 28
• Severo Ochoa: June 4
• Gregorio Marañón: March 18 – 19
• Torrejon: April 23 – 24, May 21 – 22, June 18 – 19
• Ramon y Cajal: May 20 – 21
• Peace: April 21 – 22
• Infanta Sofia: April 29 – 30
• Prince of Asturias: May 15
• Saint Christina: April 23
• Henares: May 12 – 13
• Iron Gate: May 12 – 13
• Getafe: April 29 – 30
• Mostoles: April 9
• Block: June 3
• Jiménez Díaz Foundation: May 5 – 6
• The Princess: March 17
• Infanta Elena: May 19
• Torrelodones: April 20
• Monteprincipe: April 16
• Madrid: May 12
• South Gate: April 28
• Sanchinarro: April 22
• October 12: May 13
• General of Villalba: June 4
• El Escorial: May 14

Further information about the blood donation process in the Community of Madrid can be found on the official website.