22Sep/16

Would-be blood donor claims he was turned away because of gender identity – NBC4i.com


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Would-be blood donor claims he was turned away because of gender identity
NBC4i.com
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) – A Richmond man says he was turned away from donating blood to Virginia Blood Services after staffers learned he’s transgender. “I have to fight just to exist every day,” said Theodore Kahn. “I shouldn’t have to fight to help my …
Transgender man upset after being barred from donating blood …wtvr.com

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22Sep/16

Blood donations needed in southern Idaho – KMVT


KMVT

Blood donations needed in southern Idaho
KMVT
Every 2 to 3 seconds another American needs a unit of blood. Thanks to recent technology, people could make appointments in advanced online or walk-ins were also welcome. “Oh they’re immensely important. For Idaho alone the red cross needs to collect …
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21Sep/16

Opinion: My sister gave me the gift of life, hopefully now others will become organ donors too – TVNZ

Opinion: My sister gave me the gift of life, hopefully now others will become organ donors too
TVNZ
… that not only should the Financial Assistance for Live Organ Donors Bill be passed, but substantially amended is great news, as New Zealand continues to struggle with low live and deceased organ donation rates by international standards,” Mr Reid said.

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21Sep/16

Improved compensation hoped to increase live organ donor rates – Newshub

Improved compensation hoped to increase live organ donor rates
Newshub
Organ donor campaigners are hopeful changes to compensation laws will significantly increase the number of New Zealanders opting to become live donors. There’s cross-party support for the Live Organ Donors Bill, which will cover 100 percent of a donor

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