to view Chargers Blood XXXIV Drive Program

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Tuesday, November 20, 2012 • 10 am to 6 pm
Town & Country Convention Center
Free Bone Marrow Testing
Free Parking For All Donors
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Entertainment Line-Up
Rolf Benirschke brings back Wellness Zone
Patient Spotlights
Bangles, Baubles & Bolts Fashion Show
Win A 2012 Honda CR-V
The 2012 San Diego Chargers
Chargers Blood Drive Boosters
The Charger Girls
Play by Play
10:00am - 2:00pm 10:00am - 10:50am 11:00am
11:15-11:55
12:00pm - 12:30pm 12:30pm - 1:00pm 1:00pm - 1:45pm 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1:50pm - 2:20pm
3:20pm - 3:50pm 3:50pm 4:00pm - 5:30pm 4:00pm
4:30
5:00pm 5:10pm
5:30pm Master of Ceremonies - Pamela Howe, 102.1 KPRI
Accordion Lovers Society International Ensemble
NJROTC - Color Guard, Coronado High School
National Anthem - Gary Hassen
Welcome - Ramona Walker, CEO, San Diego Blood Bank
Thanksgiving Dixieland Jazz Festival “Jammers”
The Music Machine
Musician Kyle Sorrell
Prince of Piano
Master of Ceremonies - Cliff Albert, News Radio KOGO 95.7 FM / AM 600
Magician David Kamatoy
Hill Country
10th Key Drawing for Honda CR-V
Master of Ceremonies - Troy Hirsch
Time Out - The Chargers Band
Chris Rubio Productions
Drawing for Honda CR-V
Charger Girls
Chargers Family Fashion Show
Master of Ceremonies - Hank Bauer
ALSO APPEARING:
Ring 76 of the International Brotherhood of Magicians
Southern California Cartoonists Society Members
San Diego Clown Conspiracy
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Rolf Benirschke brings back the Wellness Zone at
this year’s Chargers Blood Drive.
cardiac health awareness, but continue with diabetes,
sleep apnea, BMI screening and more. We hope also
to be adding exhibitors that can provide information on
other important health issues that address back and leg
pain, obesity, diet and some new innovations around
wireless medicine and genomic sequencing that will soon
play a significant role in the way different disease states
are managed,” he continued.
Along with the medical information and screenings,
Rolf will also be bringing back again some of his fellow
NFL Alumni to sign autographs and meet the attendees
throughout the day as they visit the Wellness Zone.
Chargers kicker Nick Novak, former Chargers kicker Rolf Benirschke and
former Chargers kicker John Carney at the 2011Chargers Blood Drive.
Former San Diego Chargers kicker Rolf Benirschke,
whose need for some 80 pints of blood due to surgery
for ulcerative colitis in 1979 initiated the first Chargers
Blood Drive, is continuing the popular Wellness Zone
health fair at this year’s Chargers Blood Drive XXXIV.
We all recognize the importance of “knowing your
numbers” to maintain good health but now, with new
technologies and new medical sensors, it is easier than
ever to take more responsibility for your own health.
Rolf is excited to introduce some of the new companies
working on behalf of all of us and to provide again blood
pressure, cholesterol and general health screening for
everyone who attends this year’s blood drive. “When you
get older and hear of former teammates and coaches
having strokes and heart attacks and dying, and then
learn that with early diagnosis and proper treatment
these issues can be avoided, you have to do something
about it,” said Rolf.
This year, Rolf wants to help Chargers Blood Drive
participants learn more about a variety of important
health issues that may be affecting them. “At the Blood
Drive we start with blood pressure screening and good
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“It means so much to me to be able to continue
this program at the Chargers Blood Drive,” added
Benirschke. “Thirty-four years ago this community came
together for me and started something that has become
one of the largest annual blood drives in the country.
I’m still so grateful and appreciative of the people of
San Diego and for what they did for me so many years
ago. To be able to give something back by making
people aware of the risks of some of the conditions they
may have, as well as to help them find treatment and a
solution for their illnesses is a great way for me to thank
Rolf Benirschke speaking with a blood donor at the 2011 Chargers Blood Drive.
them again for the kindness they extended to me so
many years ago,” he said.
Patient Spotlights
Baby Waylon’s Story
Baby Waylon Porteous was born on April 7th and shortly after birth was diagnosed
with severe respiratory distress. He was transported to Rady Children’s Hospital.
After several hours on a ventilator, the doctors didn’t think he would make it
without the support of an ECMO (heart-lung) machine. The ECMO machine did all
the work for his lungs and heart for 9 days, requiring dozens of units of blood.
The following 13 weeks he had two surgeries and a total of 50 additional blood
transfusions.
Without the availability of blood Waylon would not be home today. Jennie, his
mom, tells us, “our family is so thankful for the gift of blood that so many people
have given, they truly saved my baby’s life.”
5-Year-Old Maya’s Story
On July 9th 2007 Maya Hathaway, 5 ½ months, was admitted into Rady Children’s
Hospital with a high-fever that would not go away and a very low blood count. For
almost a week she had doctor’s baffled and then they found two tumors. Since
then pediatric cancer has been at the center of the Hathaway family’s lives.
So far Maya has gone through seven rounds of harsh chemotherapy, 5 total
surgeries and 20+ blood transfusions. Through this all, she remains a very happy
smiling child.
Maya’s favorite things are music, dancing, singing & watching Elmo - she loves
Elmo! Maya thinks the funniest people in the whole world are her Daddy and her
big sister Tianah (age 13). She loves to laugh, sing and eat and she has a big
family and lots of friends who loves her tremendously.
Maya relapsed in January 2009, 3 weeks before her 2nd birthday, with a tumor on
the cerebellum part of the brain. She remains strong as ever, completing every
treatment with so much grace and strength - she is truly a miracle.
YOU ARE HELPING US KEEP THE DRIVE ALIVE!
Why Is There An Admission Charge to Chargers Blood Drive XXXIV?
All attendees are asked for a $5 entry fee to enter
the Grand Exhibit Hall at Chargers Blood Drive XXXIV
($1 for children under age 17; children 2 years and
younger are free). In exchange, attendees will receive a
commemorative Eric Weddle wristband.
The funds raised today will be used to help replace
three bloodmobiles that are not compliant with the
State of California’s new, strict anti-pollution regulations.
Each of our bloodmobiles cost more than $250,000.
This is an urgent need as more than 50% of our blood
supply comes from drives such as the Chargers
Blood Drive.
Donors may be refunded the $5 entry fee after they
donate and may keep the commemorative wristband.
Refunds will be given at the main entrance where the
wristbands are being distributed.
ATMs are located at the main lobby of the Town &
Country Hotel and behind the Atlas Ballroom near the
Royal Palm Salon Two.
Thank you for your support today – Lives Depend On It.
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Bangles, Baubles & Bolts!
Chargers Family Fashion Show - 5:30 pm
Fashions Provided By:
Banana Republic, Fashion Valley
Big Deal Big & Tall
Cache, Fashion Valley
Friar Tux Shop
Macy’s Fashion Valley
Choreographed & Coordinated by: Gretchen Bergman
Backstage Staff: Arturo Ramirez, Steffi Weigand,
Karrie French, Jeremy McConnell,
Kylee Emgee
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Win a Honda CR-V!
When you support the San Diego Blood Bank, you can enter a drawing to
win a new CR-V. Compliments of your Honda Dealers of San Diego County.
sdhondadealers.com
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SAN DIEGO CHARGERS 2
Row 1: Mike Scifres/ Charlie Whitehurst / Nick Novak / Nate Kaeding / Eddie Royal / Robert Meachem / Marques Clark / Richard Goodman / Philip Rivers / Antoine C
Eric Weddle / Head Coach Norv Turner / Chairman of the Board-President Dean Spanos / Executive Vice President-General Manager A.J. Smith / Le’Ron McClain / C
Demorrio Williams / Andrew Gachkar / David Molk / Nick Hardwick / Brandyn Dombrowski / Johnnie Troutman / Louis Vasquez / Jeromey Clary / Rex Hadnot / Tyron
Floyd / Randy McMichael / Mike Willie / Antonio Gates / Vincent Brown / Dante Rosario / Video Dir. Brian DuddyRow 5: Strength & Conditioning Coach Jeff Hurd / O
Shaun Phillips / Jarret Johnson / Antwan Barnes / Defensive Asst. Shane Steichen / Head Athletic Trainer James Collins / Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach Verno
Offensive Coordinator-Offensive Line Hal Hunter / Asst. Head Coach-Special Teams Rich Bisaccia / Defensive Coordinator John Pagano / Coach Don Johnson / Coa
Byron Storer
RS 2012 TEAM PICTURE
oine Cason / Chris Carr / Quentin Jammer / Ryan Mathews / Darrell Stuckey / Atari Bigby Row 2: Edwin Baker / Brandon Taylor / Shareece Wright / Ronnie Brown /
ain / Curtis Brinkley / Marcus Gilchrist / Corey Lynch / Jackie Battle / Mike Windt Row 3: Takeo Spikes / Larry English / Melvin Ingram / Donald Butler / Jonas Mouton /
Tyronne GreenRow 4: Equipment Mgr. Bob Wick / Kevin Haslam / Antonio Garay / Logan Harrell / Damik Scafe / Charlie Bryant / Jared Gaither / Mike Harris / Malcom
rd / Offensive Asst. Steve Gera / Coaching Intern Mark Ridgley / Ladarius Green / Aubrayo Franklin / Kendall Reyes / Vaughn Martin / Cam Thomas / Corey Liuget /
Vernon Stephens Row 6: Coach Steve Fairchild / Coach Mike Sullivan / Coach Jason Michael / Coach Charlie Joiner / Coach Ollie Wilson / Coach John Ramsdell /
/ Coach Joe Barry / Coach Ron Meeks / Asst. Secondary Cris Dishman / Asst. Linebackers Greg Williams / Special Teams Asst. Carlos Polk / Special Teams Asst.
Chargers Blood Drive Boosters:
Affordable Massage
Andover Healthcare
Be The Match ®
The Benirschke Family
Chargers.com
Classic Party Rentals
Diego FM 99.3
Donate Life San Diego
Elite Security
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Fox 5 San Diego
GES Exposition Services
International Alliance of Theatrical
and Stage Employees Local 122
Invasion 99.7 FM
100.7 Jack FM
KBNT Channel 17
KCBQ 1170-AM
760 KFMB AM
KFMB Channel 8
101 KGB
KGTV Channel 10
KPRI 102.1 FM
KPRZ 1210-AM
KSON
KUSI Channel 9/51
KyXy 96.5
La Nueva 106.5
Legacy Health Strategies
Magic 92.5
McKesson Medical Supplies
NBC 7 San Diego
New Energy 103.7 FM
News Radio KOGO 95.7 FM / AM 600
Physicians Sales & Services
Pulsar 107.3 FM
Radio Latina 104.5 FM
Recuerdo 102.9 FM
Avoid the hassle and headache of
selling your car. Donate it to the
San Diego Blood Bank’s Vehicle
Donation Program and
Help Save Lives.
• Avoid the Hassle of Trying to Sell a Used Car
• Receive Tax Benefits
• Help Save Lives!
The process is quick and easy:
Step One:
Contact the San Diego Blood Bank Foundation
Offices at 619-400-8176
Step Two:
Your vehicle will be picked up free-of-charge.
Upon the sale of your vehicle, you will receive IRS
form 8282, notifying you of the selling price of your
vehicle. The selling price of your vehicle is the
amount you’re allowed as a tax deduction.
Step Three:
You will be given a receipt with our 501(c)3
Federal Tax ID number certifying that you have
donated the vehicle. This letter shows the IRS that
you are authorized for a charitable tax deduction.
We accept Cars, Trucks, Vans, RVs, Trailers (depending
on their condition), Securities and Real Property.
Your vehicle will be picked up anywhere in San Diego
County at no cost. You turn over the title and keys at
the time of vehicle pick-up, and we take care of the rest.
Local hospital patients depend on the
San Diego Blood Bank, so when you
donate your vehicle you are supporting
it’s life-saving work.
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Whole blood donors are
eligible to make their
next donation on
January 15, 2013
Lives depend on it.
Alexa, Katie, Kylie, Hope
Allizon, Starkesha, Amanda, Andrea, Katelyn,
Alexis, Courtney, Kayla
Paige, Erin, Nicole, Meridith, Marissa, Clarisse,
Kara, Rachel, Angela, Ariel
Lauren P., Tawnie, Anjelica, Lauren O., Natalie,
For information on personal appearances by the Charger Girls or 2013 auditions,
please visit our website at www.chargers.com or call 1 (866) 492-4337.
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Row 2:
Row 1:
Photography: Mike Nowak (www.nowakphoto.com)
The Charger Girls would also like to thank In Style Custom Cheer & Dance Wear,
Official Supplier of Charger Girls Team Apparel.
The Charger Girls would like to thank their valued sponsors:
Anheuser-Busch, Inc., Diesel Salon, European Wax Center,
iTAN Sun Spray Spa, LA Fitness, M·A·C Cosmetics, Massage Envy,
Number 4 Hair Care, San Diego Center for Health and Sounds Like That.
The Charger Girls are produced by e2k and directed by Lisa Simmons.
Promotions Director: Lacy Harrison
Special Thanks to the Sponsors of Chargers Blood Drive XXXIV
Darrell and Kathy
Issa and The Issa
Family Foundation
Darrell and Kathy Issa and the
Issa Family Foundation
Proud Supporters of the Chargers Blood Drive
With generous gifts from Darrell and Kathy Issa
and the Issa Family Foundation, the San Diego Blood
Bank continues to help save lives with donated blood.
On behalf of thousands of patients of all ages,
socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds who use
blood and blood products provided by the San Diego
Blood Bank every year, we thank the Issa’s for their
loyal and caring support.
Saving Lives Every Day By Supporting the San Diego Blood Bank
Grossmont Healthcare District’s visionary support of the San Diego Blood Bank
helps ensure safe donated blood is available to thousands of patients every year. On behalf
of the children and adults whose lives depend on donated blood, we recognize Grossmont
Healthcare District’s vital support of our lifesaving programs!
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