Entry #1836: Blood donations by MSMs in Wales

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RegionWales
IssueBlood donations by MSMs
StatusBanned (1-year deferral)
Start Date2011
End DateNov 7, 2017
DescriptionAs in England
Sourceshttp://www.blood.co.uk/giving-blood/who-cant-give-blood/


Revision History (2)

edited by beeurd

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End Date(NONE)Nov 7, 2017

created by CH7i5

Original entry
StatusBanned (1-year deferral)
Start Date2011
End Datenow
DescriptionAs in England
Sourceshttp://www.blood.co.uk/giving-blood/who-cant-give-blood/
Reports (1)
  • Newer law has been passed "https://www.blood.co.uk/news-and-campaigns/news-and-statements/landmark-change-to-blood-donation-eligibility-rules-on-today-s-world-blood-donor-day/ any individual who attends to give blood - regardless of gender - will be asked if they have had sex and, if so, about recent sexual behaviours. Anyone who has had the same sexual partner for the last three months will be eligible to donate."