Entry #1086: Blood donations by MSMs in Victoria

Current Version

RegionVictoria
IssueBlood donations by MSMs
StatusBanned (1-year deferral)
Start Date(unknown)
End DateJan 31, 2021
DescriptionAustralian Red Cross's Lifeblood Service has relaxed the deferral period.
Sourceshttp://www.donateblood.com.au/files/documents/14365596%20Male%20to%20Male%20A4%20March%202013%20WEB.pdf


Revision History (2)

edited by deactivated1886

Helpful?
0
Old Value (Original) New Value (Current)
End Date(none)Jan 31, 2021
DescriptionAustralian Red Cross's Lifeblood Service has relaxed the deferral period.

created by adammferrier

Helpful?
0
Original entry
StatusBanned (1-year deferral)
Start Date(unknown)
End Date(none)
Description(empty)
Sourceshttp://www.donateblood.com.au/files/documents/14365596%20Male%20to%20Male%20A4%20March%202013%20WEB.pdf
Reports (2)
  • Newer law has been passed "Since 2021, the deferral period within Australia was reduced from 1 year to 3 months without PrEP. Gay and bi men on PrEP still have a 1-year deferral period – however can donate plasma after 3 months"
  • Newer law has been passed "3 month deferral"