06Dec/13

'Family' Group Defends Blood Donation Ban By Implying All Gay Men Have HIV – ThinkProgress


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‘Family’ Group Defends Blood Donation Ban By Implying All Gay Men Have HIV
ThinkProgress
On Thursday, the Family Research Council sent Peter Sprigg to testify before the Department of Health and Human Services that the Food and Drug Administration should maintain its ban on men who have sex with men (MSM) donating blood.
Panel seeks ‘surveillance’ system for gay blood donorsWashington Times

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06Dec/13

Coroner says chest compression was part of the cause of Thomas' death – Examiner.com


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Coroner says chest compression was part of the cause of Thomas’ death
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Dr. Aruna Singhania, the forensic pathologist who performed the autopsy, testified that Thomas died of anoxic encephalopathy (brain death), broncopneumonia and mechanical chest compressions with blunt craniofacial injuries. Singhania explained that the 

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06Dec/13

Donating Organs Greatest Service to Mankind: The Dalai Lama – The New Indian Express


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Donating Organs Greatest Service to Mankind: The Dalai Lama
The New Indian Express
It is possible to donate a part of your liver and kidney, as with modern expertise donating does not mean sacrificing your own life,” said the Dalai Lama while addressing a gathering here to commemorate 16th Hepatitis Day. “It is better to offer your
Donating organs greatest service to mankind: Dalai LamaHindustan Times

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06Dec/13

Facing A New Life: Full Face Transplant Surgery Successful After Two Years – American Live Wire


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Facing A New Life: Full Face Transplant Surgery Successful After Two Years
American Live Wire
CHICAGO (AP) — The nation’s first full face transplant patients are growing into their new appearances — literally. Medical imaging shows new blood vessel networks have formed, connecting transplanted skin with the patients’ facial tissue, a finding
Face Transplants Thriving 2 Years After OperationsEDGEOnTheNet
Blood vessels reorganize after face transplantation surgeryEureka! Science News
Face Transplant Blood Vessels Restructure ThemselvesGuardian Express

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