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I Asked My Sister To Try To Die On February 29. Her 6-Word Response Completely Broke Me.

"There is perhaps only one circumstance in which it is acceptable to suggest to a loved one what I was about to suggest to my sister."
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Red Cross Announces Emergency Blood Shortage, Fewest Donors In 20 Years

“A person needs lifesaving blood every two seconds in our country," one official said.
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Red Cross Blames Climate Disasters For 'Critically Low' Blood Supply

The organization’s blood supply has fallen by nearly 25 percent since last month.
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New FDA Rule Allows More Gay And Bisexual Men To Donate Blood

Gay and bisexual men were previously subject to a lifetime ban on blood donations, which was widely regarded as discriminatory.
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Here's A Very Convincing Reason For You To Donate Blood

Many are hesitant to become a donor, but there may be some surprising perks that could benefit your body and mind.
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FDA Plans To Allow Some Gay Men To Donate Blood

The FDA’s decision is a notable shift from the bans on blood donations from gay men that began during the AIDS crisis in the 1980s.
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6 Myths About Donating Blood Right Now

There's a huge blood shortage in the U.S., and banks need your help. Don't let these misconceptions deter you from giving.
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FDA Pressured to Ease Restrictions On Gay Men Donating Blood Amid Shortage

The U.S. is facing its worst blood shortage in a decade, but there's a significant population whose donations are still limited.
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Hospitals Confirm Dire Conditions After Red Cross Declares Blood Crisis

"It's impacting every patient population that we take care of," a hospital director said of shortages that have left some blood centers with less than a day's supply.
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COVID-19 Cases Were Likely In The U.S. Earlier Than First Thought: Study

A new report examined blood donations in nine states between mid-December and January. Some showed evidence of coronavirus antibodies.
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