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The NHS raises awareness about 'NEO' blood, a type of blood suitable for critically ill newborns, urging more donors to come forward.

Selling blood plasma has become a common source of extra income for many Americans, including those in the middle class.

Jehovah's Witnesses have clarified their stance on blood transfusions, allowing members to choose to use their own blood during medical procedures.

A father in New York City urgently seeks a bone marrow donor for his son, Max, who is facing life-threatening blood disorders.

Hemocenters in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande, Brazil, are open for blood donations today due to critical shortages of certain blood types.

Kaunas Clinics is urgently seeking blood donations, especially for specific blood groups, to address the critical need for blood components in patient care.

Dona Onete, an 86-year-old Brazilian singer, is set to undergo surgery in Belém due to a diagnosed pseudoaneurysm after battling urinary infections earlier this year.

The article discusses the growing trend of plasma donation in Canada, the potential risks associated with it, and recent investigations into deaths linked to plasma donations.

Brazilian singer Dona Onete, hospitalized for almost 20 days, has undergone a blood transfusion and urgently appeals for blood donations in Belém.

A young man was brutally murdered after attending a blood donation camp organized for a central minister's birthday in Surat, India, allegedly due to a long-standing personal rivalry.

The article discusses the ethical implications and potential benefits of paying Canadians for blood or plasma donations following two recent deaths linked to plasma donation in Winnipeg.

Latvia proposes to limit children's access to social media to protect them from harmful content.

The Hospital Regional de Presidente Prudente in Brazil is urgently requesting blood donations as their stock has dwindled to just two bags, which poses a risk to critical medical procedures.

The article argues that the real issue in blood donation is not a lack of willingness among the public, but rather a stagnant system that fails to actively seek out donors.

This article highlights the story of Francisco del Amo, a record-breaking blood donor in Spain, who emphasizes the importance of blood donation in saving lives.

Laura Reis de Oliveira, a 19-year-old student diagnosed with leukemia, passed away, prompting a large blood donation campaign in her honor in Morrinhos, Goiás.

The Municipal Chamber of Cachoeiro de Itapemirim has approved a project allowing traffic fines for minor infractions to be converted into voluntary blood donations.

The death of 19-year-old student Laura Reis de Oliveira has sparked widespread sorrow in Goiânia, Brazil, as she was remembered fondly by friends and family.

The 'Life for Lives' project is organizing a blood donation campaign in Santarém, Brazil, on International Women's Day to encourage community participation in blood donation.

Tina Arena and Ngaiire have reimagined Sia's song 'Unstoppable' to raise awareness about the importance of blood donations, sharing personal experiences of how such donations saved their lives during medical crises.

The average age of blood donors at Vidzeme Hospital has risen, reflecting a growing trend of older individuals participating in blood donation.

Katiucha de Souza Barbosa, a 36-year-old woman who suffered severe burns in an alcohol explosion, urgently requires blood donations for her ongoing treatment in the ICU in Rio Branco, Brazil.

The Hemopa Foundation organized a successful blood donation campaign in Santarém, Brazil, gathering over 100 volunteers to help replenish the local blood bank's supplies.

Lithuania faces a declining number of new blood donors, posing a risk to future healthcare needs.

Blood supplies in Catanduva, Brazil, are critically low, prompting calls for donations, especially for the universal blood type O negative.

The number of blood donors and the demand for blood by hospitals in Latvia have significantly increased, with a special appeal for all blood types, particularly Rh-negative.

Lithuania faces declining numbers of new blood donors, raising concerns about the future supply for medical needs.

In Sierra Leone, a smartphone app called "Life Line" is addressing the chronic shortage of blood in banks, which has been contributing to preventable deaths among mothers and children.

A two-and-a-half-year-old child remains at the back of the heart transplant waiting list due to blood type compatibility issues, highlighting the complexities of organ donation for young patients in Italy.

Hemoacre is launching a campaign to encourage blood donations during the Carnival season in Acre, Brazil, amid concerns over decreasing donor numbers.

A 17-year-old boy was seriously injured at a train station in Poland while trying to help someone disembarking from a train, leading to an urgent blood donation appeal as he fights for his life in the hospital.

Prague faces a shortage of young blood donors, prompting initiatives to address the issue through targeted campaigns.

The director of Buenos Aires' Transplant Institute, Fernando Cichero, discusses the ongoing crisis of blood and bone marrow donations in Argentina, emphasizing that the need is constant.

A partnership in Lagos has successfully mobilized 550 pints of blood in a record-breaking voluntary donation campaign.

Blood donation centers in 11 Brazilian states are facing severe shortages, particularly affecting patients in need of regular transfusions.

Kristofers, a 19-year-old student, arranged a blood donation day at his school on his birthday despite being unable to donate himself due to arthritis.

Yeremi, a minor stabbed outside a secondary school in Tláhuac, is reported to have sustained serious injuries to his lungs and liver.

There is an urgent need for O- and O+ blood group donors in Latvia due to low donor response, as highlighted by the National Blood Donor Center.

The Hemonucleus in Volta Redonda, Brazil, has intensified its blood donation campaign ahead of Carnival to bolster reserves due to increased demand during the holiday period.

Hemorio has launched the 'CarnaHemorio' campaign to promote blood donation during Carnival, addressing the critical drop in donations during this time.

Asturias faces a blood donor crisis as many individuals, despite having safe blood, are unable to donate due to hereditary hemochromatosis linked to the 'Celtic gene'.

This article discusses the eligibility criteria for blood donation, particularly after illness or vaccinations, as outlined by the German Red Cross.

A key innovation was unveiled: an updated app for blood donors, with 27 donations made during the event and four first-time donors.

The Croatian Institute of Transfusion Medicine has adopted a campaign inspired by Batman's bat-signal to encourage voluntary blood donation, leveraging modern technology.

A blood donation campaign organized under the patronage of Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė invites ministers, government office staff, and guests to contribute, highlighting the importance of voluntary blood donation for the healthcare system.

The family of a 16-year-old teenager in a coma due to a fight initiated over a piece of gum is asking for blood donations in Brasília.

This weekend, the Blood and Tissues Bank is organizing donation events across Catalonia, coinciding with concerts and a vertical race to encourage blood donations.

The German Red Cross (DRK) blood donation service reports a significant shortage of blood supplies, unable to meet hospital demands due to various reasons.

Blood donation services have ceased in Tachov after decades, with donors currently directed to Plzeň, while the city is working to resume local donation opportunities.

The DRK warns of shortages in blood products due to fewer donors and empty reserves, with supply security dropping to under a day, particularly affecting certain blood types.