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    Blood Donation





    They have it! 29 Jan 2006
    Fernandes first donated his blood in St Sebastine Church in Maroli Village, Chembur, in a blood donation camp organised by JJ Hospital. ...
    - Mid-Day Mumbai,

    Media Blood Donor Day set for Monday 29 Jan 2006
    ...said another bonus of Media Blood Donor Day is the opportunity to educate people on the reasons they should donate blood and why frequent blood donation is an ...
    - Martins Ferry Times Leader,

    Blood donation camp organised at Students’ Centre Jan 23, 2006
    Chandigarh, January 23: Akhil Bhartiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) today organised a blood donation camp at Students’ Centre, Panjab University. ...
    - Chandigarh Newsline,

    Education campaign on umbilical cord and placental blood donation Jan 23, 2006
    Governor Codey directed DHSS to oversee two pilot cord blood donation projects, one in northern and one in southern New Jersey, and to develop a campaign to ...
    - News-Medical.net,

    Blood donation meets urgent need Jan 15, 2006
    The current levels are safe, but numbers fluctuate. "One day of poor blood donation can put us in the critical category," Freeman said. ...
    - Poughkeepsie Journal,

    South African Blood Services Denies Mass Gay Blood Donation Jan 19, 2006
    ...(South Africa) - The South African National Blood Service refuted claims made by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance yesterday that a mass blood donation by gay and ...
    - 247gay.com,

    Gay group’s huge blood donation claims ‘a hoax’ Jan 18, 2006
    THE SA National Blood Service yesterday refuted claims made by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance of mass blood donation by gay and bisexual donors. ...
    - The Herald Eastern Cape,

    Mass gay blood donation yields scores of pints Jan 17, 2006
    ...throughout South Africa by gay and bi-sexual men since Friday, when the Gay and Lesbian Alliance (GLA) launched a “mass gay blood donation� in protest at ...
    - The Herald Eastern Cape,

    SA GAY GROUP'S BLOOD DONATION 'A HOAX' Jan 18, 2006
    ...lesbian organisations throughout South Africa have slammed the Gay Lesbian Alliance as a fake organisation, calling the protest mass blood donation “a hoax". ...
    - GCN,

    Blood donation camp held Jan 17, 2006
    Nagaraj was speaking after donating blood at blood donation camp organised in Veerasiva College. He said for donating blood age would not be a obstacle. ...
    - Newindpress,

    Blood Donation is the most priceless gift Jan 17, 2006
    The Program coordinator as agreed to organize shuttle bus service between their office and blood donation bank and this program will provide a free health ...
    - MedIndia,

    Tanmia supports blood donation program of UAE Ministry of Health Jan 15, 2006
    ...to maintain adequate stock of blood in the country’s blood banks, especially to help patients suffering from thalassemia Blood donation campaigns such as ...
    - Al-Bawaba,

    The faces of blood donation Jan 16, 2006
    It's been nonstop ever since. Last week, Budell logged his 99th blood donation in 50 years. That's enough to help nearly 300 people. ...
    - Salt Lake Tribune,

    Blood donation milestones Jan 19, 2006
    The people who appear here have reached milestone levels in giving blood with the Michigan Community Blood Centers-Ernie Wallace Memorial during December 2005. ...
    - Midland Daily News (subscription),

    South Africa excludes gay from blood donation Jan 12, 2006
    ..."Even though the blood service tests every blood donation for certain infectious diseases, which can be transmitted to patients by blood transfusion, no test ...
    - Xinhua,

    Mette mixes beach fun with blood donation Dec 29, 2005
    It was Mette's first blood donation experience but there was no sign of nerves as registered nurse Jan Anderson took her through the process. ...
    - MyTown Bay of Plenty,

    Beijing residents enthusiastic for blood donation Jan 13, 2006
    Beijing residents, prompted by anearlier report on shortage of A-type blood in the Municipal Red Cross, showed their enthusiasm for blood donation by braving ...
    - Xinhua,

    Technology to aid blood donation Jan 9, 2006
    THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: FastBlood, a novel technology initiative to streamline the present blood donation system, developed by Torque, a Technopark based firm ...
    - Newindpress,

    303 policemen offer voluntary blood donation Jan 7, 2006
    MANGALORE: The exemplary act of humanity shown by Dakshina Kannada district police in arranging a round-the-clock ‘reliable pool of blood donors’ to be ...
    - Newindpress,

    Gay union to protest exclusion from blood donation Jan 12, 2006
    The South African Gay and Lesbian Alliance intends to picket at blood donation clinics around the country tomorrow in protest against the SA National Blood ...
    - SABC News,

    Blood Donation Campaign At Empire Hotel Dec 28, 2005
    Bandar Seri Begawan – The Empire Hotel and Country Club staff recently participated in a blood donation campaign for the RIPAS Hospital Blood Bank at the ...
    - Bru Direct,

    Eye check-up, blood donation to mark Road Safety Week Jan 2, 2006
    The highlight of the campaign is the eye check-up and blood donation drive for drivers of trucks, auto rickshaws, luxury buses, Pune Municipal Transport buses ...
    - Pune Newsline,

    Donor touts blood donation Jan 18, 2006
    2001 Larry Frederick Award.� She did all of this part time at first but then the demand increased and she took on the role “as a blood donation advocate ...
    - Daily American Online (subscription),

    Legal action possibility raised in gay blood donation row Jan 15, 2006
    Gay activists who lied about their sexual orientation and HIV status before donating blood could face legal action, says a report in The Sunday Independent. ...
    - Legalbrief (subscription),

    Blood-donation process is simple -- and important Jan 9, 2006
    ...our society is experiencing nationwide blood shortages. The blood donation process is safe and easy. A donor is first asked to complete ...
    - Centre Daily Times,

    Blood Donation Assistance Committee drive for funds continues Jan 4, 2006
    The Rossmoor Blood Donation Assistance Committee solicits the financial contributions of residents to help support the “Save-a-Life Challenge� program ...
    - Rossmoor News,

    Blood donation spree haunts village Jan 9, 2006
    Thus blood donation became the second most important means for people to earn money, and now the same villagers are reaping the horrible consequences of their ...
    - Shanghai Daily,

    Road show for blood donation Jan 13, 2006
    STUDENTS OF the Visual Arts Department at the MGKV organised a road show on blood donation outside the Bharat Mata Mandir in MGKV here on Friday. ...
    - Hindustan Times,

    Donate Blood, The Gift Of Life Jan 27, 2006
    Every blood donation may help save several patients, because blood is separated into components: red blood cells, platelets, plasma and derivatives. ...
    - Wiscasset Newspaper,

    January is Volunteer Blood Donor Month Jan 24, 2006
    ...rewarding. When you first report to your blood donation appointment, you will be provided with information about giving blood. Then ...
    - Red Cross

    Donating blood can help save the world Jan 25, 2006
    An edgy public service announcement promoting blood donation could ultimately disappoint the American Red Cross and other blood banks. ...
    - Loveland Herald Reporter,

    Palo LGU conducts blood letting activity Jan 25, 2006
    Tacloban City (25 January) -- In compliance to Republic Act 7719, otherwise known as the "National Blood Services Act of 1994", a blood donation activity will ...
    - Philippine Information Agency,

    AIDS in China: from high-risk groups to general population Jan 26, 2006
    AIDS patients estimated this time than in 2003, are mainly due to the overestimation of the number of HIV infections through commercial blood donation in 2003. ...
    - People's Daily Online,

    Providence Blood Donor Center is here for the local community Jan 26, 2006
    In light of the recent Burbank and Van Nuys American Red Cross Blood Donation site closures, Providence Blood Donor Center would like to reassure the San ...
    - Burbank Weekly,

    Héma-Québec shuts down blood drive Jan 25, 2006
    This decision became necessary after an anonymous note encouraging potential donors to lie on their blood donation questionnaire was posted within the premises ...
    - CNW Telbec (Communiqués de presse),

    People make the most of R-Day Jan 27, 2006
    ...at 11 am. Fifty persons donated blood at a blood donation camp organised at Lions Eye Hospital premises in Alipurduar. Mr Nirmal ...
    - The Statesman,

    Around the City Jan 28, 2006
    The Bangalore Traders Association and Lions Club of Bangalore Central is organising a voluntary blood donation camp on January 30 between 10.30 am and 4.30 pm ...
    - Hindu,

    Add new comment Jan 23, 2006
    Red Cross. Last year ROC also donated nutritious snacks and drinks to assist the Red Cross blood-donation activities. The donation ...
    - Solomon Star,

    Not all hepatitis is contagious Jan 25, 2006
    All forms can be spread by blood donation or needle sticks." This information is wrong.. The only types of hepatitis that are contagious ...
    - Northwest Herald,

    SCHOOL NOTES. Jan 26, 2006
    ...surgery Feb. 7. To schedule a blood donation, call LifeSource at 847-299-7386 and request a direct-donation appointment by Feb. 2. For ...
    - Chicago Tribune,

    Rotary awards for individuals Jan 23, 2006
    Her contribution to Blood donation camps and management of problems arising during and after collection of blood has won the distinction to be selected for ...
    - News Today,

    Analysis of New Dispensing Fee Near Completion Jan 23, 2006
    ...fee. Meanwhile the department further indicated that consultation was needed over blood donation of men who have sex with men. The ...
    - AllAfrica.com,

    Blood center addressing yearly slump Jan 27, 2006
    ...plasma is sent back into the body, along with a saline solution, that reduces some of the side effects of typical blood donation -- particularly dizziness and ...
    - The Express Times,

    Blood Drive Jan 26, 2006
    ...www.givelife.org. For information on the blood donation process and current eligibility guidelines visit www.newenglandblood.org.
    - Cohasset Mariner,

    Blood drive thwarted Jan 26, 2006
    By CP. MONTREAL -- Hema-Quebec shut down a blood donation drive at McGill University yesterday due to security concerns. The organization ...
    - Edmonton Sun,

    McGill Students deny wrongdoing, call for answers from Hema-Quebec Jan 26, 2006
    The SSMU therefore calls on Hema-Qubec to publicly answer the following question, once and for all: how is the automatic exclusion from blood donation of men ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release),

    About Town for January 26, 2006 Jan 26, 2006
    From Jan 15. to Valentine's Day, Tri-Counties Blood Bank will give a free 4-ounce box of See's Assorted Chocolates for each blood donation. ...
    - Lompoc Record,

    Latest AIDS victims put at 650,000, down 20% Jan 25, 2006
    China. Last year, 94.5 per cent of the blood used in operations came from blood donation, compared with 22 per cent in 1998. Now ...
    - China Daily,

    Karunanidhi denies DMK-MDMK rift Jan 27, 2006
    Vaiko, who had been running blood donation camps for the past three years, had been talking of O Positive blood group and told people that it was a not a 'rare ...
    - Chennai Online,

    GIVE AND GO! Blood Drive Jan 25, 2006
    All this week if you make a blood donation at any Houchin location, you will receive a voucher for 2 free tickets to the any game this week! ...
    - One Bakersfield Online,

    Blood bank suffers shortage Jan 23, 2006
    Katrina,� said Hendrick. Hendrick expressed that UBS can benefit heavily from USM's students and faculty with a blood donation. “It is ...
    - The Student Printz,

    The blood challenge begins Jan 23, 2006
    The date of the blood drive will be announced at a later date. "One blood donation can help save up to three lives," Sergo said. ...
    - Charlotte Sun-Herald,

    South Florida Blood Center Gets Help From Church Jan 23, 2006
    Thomas. "Each donation saves approximately three lives.". Thomas said every part of the blood donation can be used, even plasma. If ...
    - WPBF Channel.com,

    Extra!, January 26 Jan 25, 2006
    Saturday. For more information about scheduling a blood donation, go to www.bonfils.org,or call 303-363-2300 or 1-800-365-0006.
    - Rocky Mountain News,

    Pacifica man's passion for model yachts never sinks Jan 27, 2006
    BLOOD NEEDED — Plain and simple, the Blood Centers of the Pacific is in CRITICAL need of your blood donation, if you are in good health to donate. ...
    - San Mateo County Times,

    Red Cross and Olathe Emergency Responders Team Up to Save Lives Jan 24, 2006
    25. January is National Volunteer Blood Donor Month. Every blood donation can potentially help save up to three lives. O Negative ...
    - Kansas City infoZine,

    marathon ma'am Jan 27, 2006
    I'd like to let Walsh know that she's going to be at a disadvantage if she tackles a half-marathon just three days after making a blood donation. ...
    - Globe and Mail,

    Giving blood Jan 17, 2006
    When donors arrive, they receive information about blood donation and are taken to a confidential booth where a volunteer records their health history and does ...
    - BurlingtonFreePress.com,

    Giving blood for various reasons Jan 23, 2006
    ..."All sorts of people will come in after work or on their days off and donate.". She commented on the uses of plasma compared to a blood donation. ...
    - Utah Statesman (subscription),

    Health fair for all Jan 23, 2006
    23. — A two-day health fair, complete with blood donation camp and exhibition was inaugurated at Samhati Maidan in Dinhata, Cooch Behar on Monday. ...
    - The Statesman,

    Kevan Duve: Save a life between classes Jan 17, 2006
    ...alike. The Red Cross has aimed, without success, to make regular blood donation a personal ethic for the American citizen. Many ...
    - The George Washington University The GW Hatchet,

    Concern over rise in AIDS cases Jan 24, 2006
    He was speaking after inaugurating the district-level symposium on ’AIDS control and precautionary measures’ and voluntary blood donation camp at Police ...
    - Newindpress,

    REGION AL BRIEFS Jan 24, 2006
    Blood donation: To mark the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chander Bose, the Child Helpline and the Punjab Freedom Fighters’ Association organised a ...
    - The Tribune,

    Arroyo's term limit proposal defeated Jan 26, 2006
    Councilor John Tobin (Jamaica Plain, Roxbury) then promoted the value of cord blood donation and called for a hearing to discuss its merits. ...
    - Daily Free Press (subscription),

    ‘I gave him my best wishes’ Jan 23, 2006
    ...came down from not only the city, but from all over the state and distributed cakes, sweets, fruits, blankets, medicines and organised blood donation camps. ...
    - Daily News & Analysis,

    Health calendar Jan 23, 2006
    Call (800) 446-9460 or visit http://www.teamintraining.org. January is the most difficult month for blood donation centers. The ...
    - Inside Bay Area,

    Gay man with Aids donates blood Jan 13, 2006
    This contained the number of the blood donation and a telephone number to call if the donor felt their blood was not be safe for transfusion and should be ...
    - Mail & Guardian Online,

    IRMA organizes the Anand Run Jan 27, 2006
    There was a blood donation camp at the institute from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm with good response. Doctors from the Sri Krishna Hospital Karamsad conducted the camp. ...
    - PaGalGuY.com,

    Hindustan Zinc Limited donates Rs 4 lakh to school Jan 26, 2006
    General Manager DK Ghosh said the organisation had taken up several service activities under the CSR, like family welfare programmes, blood donation camps and ...
    - Newindpress,

    Around the City Jan 25, 2006
    The Southern India Regional Council of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India is organising a two-day blood donation camp on Saturday and Sunday at ...
    - Hindu,

    Gay Men Excluded From Donating Blood in South Africa Jan 13, 2006
    ..."Even though the Blood Services tests every blood donation for infectious diseases, which can be transmitted to patients by blood transfusion, no test ...
    - 247gay.com,

    The Medical Minute: Give blood, give life Jan 18, 2006
    It's not possible to catch any diseases from blood donation. It is a very safe activity for the donor and lifesaving for the recipients. ...
    - Penn State Live,

    Humor gives blood donor ads an edge Jan 15, 2006
    At the national association for agencies and individuals in blood donation and transfusion medicine, AABB, they liked the ad's edginess and offered it to ...
    - St. Petersburg Times,

    South African Gays plan to ‘flood’ Blood banks in protest ... Jan 15, 2006
    The organisation admitted that even though it tests every blood donation for infectious diseases, which can be transferred to patients via blood transfusion ...
    - Black Britain,

    Red Cross promotes blood donations Jan 17, 2006
    The Red Cross began the donor month 30 years ago serves to help educate Americans about the importance of regular blood donation and the impact it can have on ...
    - Sheboygan Press,

    Cryobanks International, Inc. and the National Marrow Donor ... Jan 19, 2006
    ...(OTC: BTEM), recently established a strategic partnership with the NMDP in Puerto Rico in an effort to expand their cord blood donation program. ...
    - Market Wire (press release)

    Welcare Hospital Holds Blood Drive for Sharjah Blood Bank Jan 25, 2006
    Welcare Hospital on Sunday held a blood donation drive in coordination with the Ministry of Health Central Blood Bank Sharjah involving employees of the Varkey ...
    - Al-Bawaba,

    New system expected to ease blood shortages Jan 10, 2006
    Just as with whole blood donation, donors should drink plenty of fluids; and refrain from strenuous exercise for 24 hours immediately following donation. ...
    - Monmouth Daily Review Atlas,

    GOOD NEIGHBOR: CATHERINE JACOBSON Jan 5, 2006
    And residents can roll up their sleeves for a blood donation and register as a potential bone marrow donor from 4 to 8 pm Tuesday, Jan. ...
    - Pleasant Hill/Martinez Record,

    Gay organisation launches blood war Jan 14, 2006
    Nuthard said that although the SANBS is the first blood-donation centre in the world to use a new blood-screening system that screens DNA, rather than the old ...
    - Independent Online,

    Blood service to review no-gays policy Jan 17, 2006
    ...of blood that may pose a risk to the recipient or the withholding of information that may be useful in determining the safety of a blood donation." - Sapa.
    - Independent Online,

    Member of a Del Rosa church was a photography lover Jan 23, 2006
    He helped set up a blood donation club at Del Rosa United Methodist Church, where people met for breakfast and then went to donate blood. ...
    - San Bernardino Sun,

    VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - Forest Hills Journal Jan 25, 2006
    Call 731-6100. Hoxworth Blood Center -- Blood drive hosts and greeters are needed to assist at community blood drives and neighborhood blood donation centers. ...
    - Community Press,

    Donor clinics gear up Jan 4, 2006
    ...need. 1. Lifesaver. You have the ability, though a blood donation, to save up to three lives. The upcoming clinics are the St. Peter ...
    - Parry Sound North Star,

    MCBC plans programs to increase blood donations Dec 29, 2005
    January marks National Blood Donation Month, and Prentice said 55 percent of people will need a blood donation at some point in their life. ...
    - Midland Daily News (subscription),

    Harkin: Red Cross ad slights worthy causes Jan 25, 2006
    Harkin went on the attack over an ad running on radio and TV that appears to be aimed at young adults and encourages blood donation. ...
    - DesMoinesRegister.com,

    Netaji birthday Jan 22, 2006
    6 pm. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Vichar Manch to organise a blood donation camp at Jamshedpur Blood Bank at 10 am. Celebrations ...
    - Calcutta Telegraph,

    Bloodmobiles travel for help Jan 20, 2006
    People think you can just put it on a shelf and leave it there, but you can't," Pearson said, explaining that a blood donation is only good for 42 days. ...
    - Bowling Green News,

    SANBS to discuss gay exclusion Jan 18, 2006
    ...donation of blood that might pose a risk to the recipient or the withholding of information that might be useful in determining the safety of a blood donation.
    - News24,

    Kenya: No more hopes of finding survivors Jan 24, 2006
    ...step. The UN staff in Nairobi responded to appeals for blood donation, with 37 of them donating blood at the Nairobi Hospital. Mr ...
    - African News Dimension,

    Share The Health: Free Screenings In Winston-Salem Jan 24, 2006
    ...cell anemia, bone marrow transplants, women's health, adult health, pediatrics, mental health, exercise and nutrition, childhood obesity and blood donation. ...
    - WXii 12.com,

    Today's Red Cross blood drive needs you Jan 4, 2006
    Blood donation gets you a free mini-physical each time you donate and more than improves the recipient's health - it saves their life! ...
    - Niles Daily Star,

    Blood giving opportunities scheduled for January Jan 4, 2006
    For a successful blood donation, please remember these tips before you donate: Get a good night's sleep; eat a healthy breakfast or lunch; and drink plenty of ...
    - Rogers Hometown News,

    A nasty new public service announcement from the American Red ... Jan 16, 2006
    Shouldn't you send him money?). By contrast, this blood-donation PSA is a slick piece of marketing. ... Blood donation is just a maintenance measure. ...
    - Slate

    Vocational service awards presented Jan 20, 2006
    Her service at blood donation camps and capacity to solve problems arising during and after the collection of blood won her the distinction.
    - Hindu,

    Blood bank celebrates stem cell lifelines 23 Nov 2005
    ..."Every new mother has the opportunity not only to give life, but to give life to a fellow Texan by a simple and risk-free cord blood donation," Perry said.
    - San Antonio Express (subscription),

    National Pharmacy Week organised in Panjab varsity 23 Nov 2005
    A blood donation camp was also organised in assistance with GMCH, Sector 32, in which 55 students, teachers and staff donated blood. ...
    - Chandigarh Newsline,

    Iran Reportedly Hangs More Gays 23 Nov 2005
    The men face charges of violating the Infectious Diseases Act by declaring on blood-donation questionnaires that they, variously, never had sex with a man, had ...
    - San Francisco Bay Times,

    Ministry, of Health, Communications Hold Road Show 23 Nov 2005
    ...and the Health Service Department as well as First Aid demonstrations and exercises, examination activities such as the Body Mass Index, blood donation and an ...
    - Bru Direct,

    Blood donation criteria no longer based on race Nov 21, 2005
    THE new risk model for blood donation, based on the frequency of regular infection-free blood donations and not the donor’s race, has been running smoothly ...
    - The Herald Eastern Cape,

    Blood donation camp held Nov 20, 2005
    VISAKHAPATNAM: As part of its centenary celebrations, Bank of India has organised a blood donation camp on the premises of its Dwaraka Nagar branch here on ...
    - Newindpress,

    From palm reading to burgers, blood donation centers have it all Nov 18, 2005
    The blood donation center near Shinjuku Station's east exit looks more like a college cafeteria than a place where someone in a lab coat waits, hoping to drain ...
    - Asahi Shimbun,

    Blood donation drive by club Nov 16, 2005
    A BLOOD donation camp will be held by Tamil Social and Cultural Association (Tasca) tomorrow at Salmaniya Medical Complex Blood Bank. ...
    - Gulf Daily News,

    Man awarded for record blood donation Nov 12, 2005
    Aizawl: A 35-year-old man was awarded by the Association for Voluntary Blood Donation (AVBD) for donating his blood for the 50th time, at civil hospital. ...
    - NewKerala.com,

    ‘Medical institutes can boost blood donation’ Nov 12, 2005
    Ludhiana, November 12: ‘‘AS the demand for blood is increasing day by day, the blood donation campaign should be propagated mainly among the youth. ...
    - Ludhiana Newsline,

    Committee formed to check unauthorised blood donation Nov 14, 2005
    He also appealed to volunteer organisations to help increase blood donation in the district. During the meeting, NGO member of the ...
    - Chandigarh Newsline,

    PWM Blood Donation Nov 12, 2005
    In view of the importance of such purposes, the Persatuan Warganegara Malaysia (PWM) yesterday held a blood donation campaign at its new office in the Beribi ...
    - Bru Direct,

    Blood donation process streamlined Nov 15, 2005
    Donating blood – at least the paper work part of it – is about to get faster and easier. American Red Cross Blood Services, Northeastern ...
    - Wilkes Barre Times-Leader,

    Borneo United Holds Blood Donation Drive Nov 10, 2005
    Bhd. led by its Managing Director, Mr Stanley Lim took part in a blood donation drive yesterday at the Blood Bank of the RIPAS Hospital. ...
    - Bru Direct,

    ISC proposes massive blood-donation drive Nov 11, 2005
    ...vice-chairman of the Indian Social Club (ISC), and he has finally hit upon an idea: “Why can’t we all (Indians) embark on a massive blood-donation drive ...
    - Times of Oman,

    Blood donation campaign Nov 7, 2005
    By Achong Tanjong. The Borneo United Enterprise Sdn Bhd will hold a blood donation campaign on Thursday at the RIPAS Hospital Blood Bank starting at 9am. ...
    - Borneo Bulletin,

    PWM To Hold Blood Donation Nov 9, 2005
    Bandar Seri Begawan - Persatuan Warganegara Malaysia (PWM) will be holding a blood donation this Saturday (November 12) from 9 am onwards at Sunlit Advertising ...
    - Bru Direct,

    Blood donation policy stirs controversy Nov 3, 2005
    ...pay a "blood fee.". Lu is not alone in feeling cheated by the Shenyang Blood Donation Administration. According to the administration ...
    - China Daily,

    Stress on awareness about blood donation Oct 30, 2005
    Shalini was speaking after inaugurating National Voluntary Blood Donation Day organised by Maratha Mandal Educational Institute here on Saturday. ...
    - Newindpress,

    China's most populous province reports soaring voluntary blood ... Oct 24, 2005
    Central China's Henan Province has reported 100 percent of voluntary blood donation, the Ministry of Health announced here Monday. ...
    - People's Daily Online,

    Blood donation drive in Oman Oct 23, 2005
    MUSCAT — An awareness campaign highlighting the importance of giving blood launched by the Save and Inspire Group (SAI) has turned out to be a big success ...
    - Khaleej Times,

    Blood donation camps to be held in all taluks Oct 26, 2005
    GULBARGA: Deputy commissioner Anjum Perwez has said voluntary blood donation camps will be held in all taluks in order to meet the growing demand for blood in ...
    - Newindpress,

    Need is great for blood donation Nov 1, 2005
    To find out more about how to make a blood donation or to learn more about platelets please visit www.scbb org or call the main number at (941) 954-1600, Ext. ...
    - Charlotte Sun-Herald,

    Blood donation camp held at GCG-42 Oct 26, 2005
    Chandigarh, October 26: As many as 125 units of blood were donated at the blood donation camp organised jointly by GCG-42 and Lioness Club of Panchkula Central ...
    - Chandigarh Newsline,

    Blood donation honors God's gifts Oct 23, 2005
    ...member of my own family had lobbied me for several years to do so, but I had resisted because apheresis sounded twice as unsettling as a regular blood donation ...
    - Roanoke Times,

    In Our Towns Nov 22, 2005
    Nov. 30 wraps up a six-month blood-donation campaign by the state Red Cross. Thanksgiving week, hours for the local blood-donation ...
    - Myrtle Beach Sun News,

    Baxter Inducts Blood Donors From 13 Blood Centers Across the ... Nov 11, 2005
    Former Oklahoma Governor Among Those Recognized for Extraordinary Commitment to Blood Donation DEERFIELD, Ill., Nov. 11 /PRNewswire ...
    - PR Newswire (press release),

    Man awarded for record blood donation Nov 13, 2005
    Aizawl: A 35-year-old man was awarded by the Association for Voluntary Blood Donation (AVBD) for donating his blood for the 50th time, at the civil hospital. ...
    - NewKerala.com,

    George and Dan Kimm, nominated by Houchin Community Blood Bank in ... Nov 11, 2005
    The Donation Hall of Fame, now entering its eighth year, recognizes individuals nationwide who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to blood donation. ...
    - One Bakersfield,

    MKSU together with MMSA and Chaplaincy organises "A Blood Drive ... Nov 21, 2005
    ...in this time of year. facilitate blood donation, by having staff on campus ready to take in donors. The blood drive/organ donation ...
    - di-ve.com,

    Chargers Blood Drive Nov 22, 2005
    There will be both blood donation and bone marrow testing testing, and donors will get priority in autograph and refreshment lines and receive a long-sleeve T ...
    - XETV FOX6 San Diego,

    Donors Double at Kanoo’s Blood Donation Drive Oct 26, 2005
    ...[ClickPress, Wed Oct 26 2005] Dubai, October 25, 2005: The Kanoo Group recently organised a blood donation drive in coordination with Al Wasl Hospital at their ...
    - ClickPress (press release),

    Donors Double at Kanoo’s Blood Donation Drive Oct 26, 2005
    ...(I-Newswire) - Dubai, October 26, 2005: The Kanoo Group recently organised a blood donation drive in coordination with Al Wasl Hospital at their main office in ...
    - I-Newswire.com (press release)

    Kanoo’s Blood Donation Drive donors double Oct 26, 2005
    The Kanoo Group recently organised a blood donation drive in coordination with Al Wasl Hospital at their main office in Bur Dubai. ...
    - DPM News Agency (Press Release),

    Taking the Mystery out of self-Exams Nov 22, 2005
    I had no reason to think I wasn’t healthy. One day, the local blood donation center held a blood drive. A coworker and I decided we wanted to give. ...
    - Hollister Free Lance,

    Highest National Blood Donor Awarded Nov 16, 2005
    The ceremony coincided with this year's launching of National Blood Donation Campaign at the Freedom and Justice Park, Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Accra. ...
    - Accra Daily Mail,

    Blood Donors Needed Nov 18, 2005
    A Blood Donation Clinic will be held at Carndonagh Community School next Wednesday, 23rd November from 3pm to 4.45pm and from 7pm to 9.30pm and on Thursday ...
    - Derry Journal,

    Fans’ blood runs orange Nov 18, 2005
    BRING ON THE BANDAIDS: Needle pricks did not keep students away from the blood-donation stations to keep Clemson’s winning donation record. ...
    - Clemson Tiger News,

    REGION AL BRIEFS Nov 16, 2005
    Blood donation camp: The district administration, in collaboration with Blood Donors Council, organised a blood donation camp here on Tuesday at the District ...
    - The Tribune,

    To send letters to Editor : Nov 22, 2005
    Lions Club of Peenya Dasarahalli: Voluntary Blood donation camp, Sambharam Academy of Management Studies, Ambabhavani Temple Road, MS Palya, Jalahalli EAst ...
    - Deccan Herald,

    Devil Ray a hit with Bradenton residents Nov 22, 2005
    Wanda Martin, Terra Ceia. • With all the extra space being built into a local hospital, why did the hospital have to evict the Blood Donation Center from ...
    - Bradenton Herald,

    OSU wins civil war blood drive Nov 18, 2005
    A single blood donation has the potential to touch up to three lives. ... To schedule a blood donation, please call (541) 484-9111 or visit .
    - Bend.com,

    SDSU annual blood drive begins Nov 16, 2005
    Yet, as the holidays approach, donors often forget to schedule time for blood donation. ... One blood donation can save up to three lives. ...
    - SDSU Collegian,

    Double red system collects only red cells Nov 8, 2005
    Every blood donation is a “gift of life.� Whether for a newborn in need of a transfusion or a grandmother undergoing a serious medical procedure, your ...
    - Auburn Citizen,

    Blood stocks critical Nov 8, 2005
    ..."Blood donation is one of the most practical ways we can help other Australians." said Mr Muller. ... "Blood donation is not a cause, it's a necessity. ...
    - Magnetic Island News,

    ‘Donating blood means saving a life’ Nov 17, 2005
    HUBLI: A blood donation camp has been organised by BVB College of Engineering to mark the 90th Foundation Day of KLE Society here recently. ...
    - Newindpress,

    Baxter Announces FDA Clearance Allowing Blood Centers to Pursue ... Nov 18, 2005
    ...can donate one to three full therapeutic doses of platelets rather than the one-sixth of a therapeutic dose typically collected during a whole blood donation. ...
    - Finanzen.net,

    BloodBank@HSA says donated blood safe for transfusion Nov 10, 2005
    Blood donation saves lives, but not when the donation is from a person with a disease like HIV. To ensure that this does not happen ...
    - Channel News Asia,

    Sudbury sprinter captures world record by three seconds Nov 16, 2005
    Lalonde's Tread for Life run, and world record attempt, was all done to help raise awareness for blood donation and the overwhelming need for donors. ...
    - NorthernLife.ca,

    PNRC Camarines Sur-Naga chapter strategic directions gain grounds Nov 16, 2005
    72 per cent in 2003 which was realized due to the big support extended by the Philippine Army, 9th Infantry Division through its mass blood donation activities ...
    - Philippine Information Agency,

    REGION AL BRIEFS Nov 19, 2005
    Blood donation camp: A blood donation camp was organised at the Giani Zail Singh College of Engineering and Technology here on Friday. ...
    - The Tribune,

    JKLF pays tributes to Aali Kadal martyrs Nov 19, 2005
    Srinagar, Nov 19: Jammu and Kashmir Liberation (JKLF) Front Saturday today organised a blood donation camp in connection with anniversary of its top commander ...
    - GreaterKashmir.com (press release),

    Dying singer appeals to citizens to ‘Live for Life’ Nov 18, 2005
    ...disease. He’s been to blood donation centers and the Red Cross offices, and is working now to educate the public about leukemia. ...
    - Japan Update,

    Youth fest concludes at PAU Nov 20, 2005
    Harchand Singh won the Dr Dalip Singh Deep Memorial Award for Excellence in Social Service and Blood Donation, Best singer award (male)-Mohit Chawla (COAE ...
    - Ludhiana Newsline,

    Southeast Michigan 'Stands Up' for World Children's Day(TM) at ... Nov 16, 2005
    ...week. The Care Mobile in Poland will specialize in early detection of pediatric cancers and act as a mobile blood donation center. ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    UAE to take part in conference on blood transfusion Nov 18, 2005
    ...levels, recent technologies and applications in blood transfusion, the safety and security of blood transfusion operations, blood donation, and medical ...
    - Khaleej Times,

    Giving Thanks by Giving Blood Nov 18, 2005
    ...shelves. As the holidays take more and more of people's time and attention, blood donation appointments are easily forgotten. But ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    Dispute Over Blood Donations Divides Homosexuals in Australia Nov 17, 2005
    Gay and Lesbian Rights Group, criticized the three organizations for not consulting with Cain - the man challenging the blood donation policy - before ...
    - Town Hall,

    BLOOD BAG SCARCITY CHOKES KR HOSPITAL BLOOD BANK Nov 16, 2005
    Khairunnisa's son approached his friends Mohan, a physically challenged person and KN Nataraj for blood donation, to which they readily consented. ...
    - Star of Mysore,

    Give blood for holidays and receive a free pie Nov 17, 2005
    ...weather that can result in car accidents and other injuries, and the onset of the cold and flu season, many donors cancel their blood donation appointments. ...
    - Daily Democrat,

    Hospital plans to build holiday blood supply Nov 19, 2005
    The blood donation process is safe, quick and easy and could help to save a life. All who are eligible are encouraged to give the gift of life on Thursday. ...
    - Demopolis Times,

    Blood's on the way Nov 15, 2005
    ...pulses quicken slightly yesterday as they watched "Care-Y" - mascot for the United Way of the Lower Mainland - roll up his sleeve and make a blood donation. ...
    - 24 Hours Vancouver,

    REMINDER/Annual city of Montreal Blood Drive, Nothing More ... Nov 18, 2005
    It is also an opportunity to share the spirit of the holidays. Each precious blood donation can save up to four lives," said Mayor Tremblay. ...
    - CCNMatthews (press release),

    OSU supporters donate more blood Nov 19, 2005
    December typically is slow for blood donations, officials said. To schedule a blood donation, call (800) GIVE LIFE or go to www.nwblood.redcross. org.
    - Salem Statesman Journal,

    Holiday blood drives planned Nov 18, 2005
    Many times, it takes a personal tragedy, such as a family member using blood, before someone realizes the importance of blood donation.". ...
    - Enid News & Eagle,

    Caring students aid blood drive Nov 18, 2005
    Springfield. She said statistics show that 95 percent of people who live to be 75 will need a blood donation at some point in their lives. ...
    - The Republican,

    Big Red Bus rolling through the area this month Nov 17, 2005
    Blood donation is safe, and healthy people can donate every 56 days. * Today -- 7 am-5:30 pm, Venice Regional Medical Center, 540 The Rialto, Venice. ...
    - Charlotte Sun-Herald,

    ‘Thanks for giving the gift of life' Nov 17, 2005
    As a plasma product recipient I know the importance of blood donation. I never knew what it was like to feel good until I started receiving my infusions. ...
    - Beloit Daily News,

    Gay sex still cause for ban Nov 17, 2005
    ...willing donors has led many to question the policies of the Food and Drug Administration, the government agency that licenses all blood donation centers in the ...
    - Independent Collegian (subscription),

    Most End-Stage Heart Disease Patients Show Significant Improvement ... Nov 16, 2005
    ...advanced cell isolation and expansion technique that allows for the ACPs to be harvested from blood collected in a procedure similar to a common blood donation ...
    - Genetic Engineering News,

    Blood Donations and Hepatitis C Nov 16, 2005
    During the 1980s and early 1990s in Shanxi Province, China, illegal blood donation practices, including pooling blood and reinfusing compatible red blood cells ...
    - EndoNurse,

    Aussie fans urged to give blood - just like Socceroos! Nov 8, 2005
    ...the community.". "Blood donation is one of the most practical ways we can help other Australians," Foster added. "Australians fans ...
    - Tribalfootball.com,

    Thanksgiving Blood Drive Nov 7, 2005
    Nassau Community College, in conjunction with the Nassau University Medical Center, invites members of the community to make a blood donation during its ...
    - South Bay News,

    Five area blood drives scheduled this month Nov 9, 2005
    Blood donation takes less than an hour to complete. Donors must be in good general health, be at least 17 years of age and weigh a minimum of 110 pounds. ...
    - The Porterville Recorder,

    Monday Events Nov 16, 2005
    The St. Mary’s Mobile Blood Lab will be on the premises. Picture ID is required at time of blood donation. Appointments available, drop-ins welcome. ...
    - Aspen Daily News,

    Online registry wants blood Nov 5, 2005
    It's hoped this unusual approach will prove to Canadians that one blood donation can save as many as three lives, said Veronica Magee, communications ...
    - London Free Press,

    She has donated blood four times Nov 12, 2005
    ...cause. Blood donation is something we encourage all our able-bodied staff to do and we're happy that many have come forward.'. Ms ...
    - Electric New Paper,

    Jharkhand at a Glance Nov 16, 2005
    Jamshedpur: The Golmuri and Bistupur units of Canara Bank Employees' Union organised a blood donation camp on Tuesday at the Jamshedpur Blood Bank as a part of ...
    - Calcutta Telegraph,

    Tickets remain Nov 11, 2005
    ...donation of over $95,000. The 18th Annual Tennessee-Kentucky Blood Donation Battle takes place Nov. 14-18. Medic Regional Blood ...
    - InsideTennessee.com,

    Able and willing Nov 18, 2005
    He did not know how to manage the situation. Then he heard about blood donation and that the donor would be paid for donating blood. ...
    - Chennai Online,

    Blood drive held in memory of son Oct 28, 2005
    ...also about a week before. Anyone with questions on the blood donation process can call Crane at 775-2367. Based in Saco, Staff Writer ...
    - KeepMEcurrent.com,

    November 'Honor a Hero, Be a Hero' month Nov 15, 2005
    ...or ineligible because of former travel, so United Blood Services is asking family and friends of the Armed Services to make blood donation appointments in ...
    - Aberdeen American News,

    Annual competition heats up Nov 15, 2005
    It’s the 21st annual Clemson-Carolina Blood Drive and anyone who qualifies by blood donation standards can make a donation through Friday at six locations on ...
    - Anderson Independent Mail (subscription),

    Ominous signs pop up Nov 16, 2005
    Since she can't tell the story of my blood donation without constantly using the word "whimpering," the short version is that I said I would donate if she did ...
    - Huntington Herald,

    52 donations later for military man Nov 3, 2005
    ..."The voluntary blood donation system in Canada was forged more than 60 years ago in the Second World War to ... One blood donation can save up to three lives. ...
    - Canada East,

    Ambika’s crusades Nov 19, 2005
    Bansi Lal. The veteran’s daughter-in-law and MLA, Kiran Chaudhary organised a blood donation camp in her late husband’s memory. ...
    - The Asian Age,

    BENGAL BRIEFS Nov 19, 2005
    Indira Gandhi. A blood donation camp was organised by the student’s wing of Trinamul Congress in Chinsurah. SNS. Disclaimer: These ...
    - The Statesman,

    Centre Lions Club donates Radio Day proceeds to Red Cross Nov 8, 2005
    In addition to blood donation, Red Cross is involved in hematology research programs and prevention of disease, and actively involved in teaching aquatics ...
    - Cherokee County Herald,

    Royal Jet conducts blood donation campaign 02 Oct 2005
    Royal Jet, the UAE based executive luxury flight service provider, and Royal Med, their Air Ambulance and Medevac division, held a blood drive at their ...
    - Strategiy

    Wisconsin Senate Approves Five Bills Related to Abortion ... 02 Oct 2005
    The Wisconsin Senate on Tuesday and Wednesday approved five bills related to abortion, abstinence education, umbilical cord blood donation and human cloning. ...
    - Medical News Today (press release)

    Gay blood ban to be probed: Would-be donor gets hearing into claim ... 02 Oct 2005
    Gay and Lesbian Rights Group spokesman Rodney Croome said the commission's decision would see the Red Cross forced to defend its ban on gay blood donation. ...
    - Hobart Mercury

    To send letters to Editor : 02 Oct 2005
    26910724). Sri Subramanyaswamy Devotees Association: Blood donation camp, by Devotees of Association, Jain Choultry, Halasuru, 10 am. ...
    - Deccan Herald

    Police personnel, Chief Secretary donate blood 02 Oct 2005
    The Pondicherry police has been organising several functions as part of the celebrations and blood donation was organised during the Gandhi Jayanthi ...
    - Webindia123

    TDP not to join hands with any party in Guntur Mayor election 02 Oct 2005
    Inaugurating a blood donation camp on the occasion of 136th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi at the party headquarters NTR Trust Bhavan here, Mr Naidu said ...
    - Webindia123

    K'taka Governor, CM offer floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi 02 Oct 2005
    Tree planting, Health Camps, Rural Cleanliness movement and blood donation camps were organised by various organisations through out the state to mark the day. ...
    - Webindia123

    On blood donation day, city gets very few volunteers Oct 1, 2005
    Lucknow, October 1: TODAY was Voluntary Blood Donation day. But not many donors came forward at the different camps organised at ...
    - Expressindia.com

    National Voluntary Blood Donation Day observed Oct 1, 2005
    JAMMU, OCTOBER 01 (INF)- To mark observance of national voluntary blood donation day, the Health Education Bureau, Directorate of Health Services Jammu ...
    - Jammu and Kashmir Newsline (press release)

    Blood donation day observed Oct 1, 2005
    IMPHAL, Oct 1: The International Blood Donation Day was observed today at the Blood Bank, RIMS by the Indian Medical Council, Manipur. ...
    - KanglaOnline

    Manto hails non-racial blood donation Sep 30, 2005
    Health Minister Manto Tshabalala-Msimang has welcomed the implementation of a new risk model for blood donation that excludes race, according to the government ...
    - iAfrica.com

    Blood donation day Sep 29, 2005
    Imphal, September 29: In addition to organising a voluntary blood donation camp on October 1 at RIMS Blood Bank to mark National Blood Donation Day, Imphal ...
    - E-Pao.net

    Rancho church holding blood, donation drive Sep 30, 2005
    RANCHO CUCAMONGA - Community Baptist Church in Alta Loma has organized a blood drive for local residents and victims of Hurricane Katrina who are living in the ...
    - Inland Valley Daily Bulletin

    Shedding light on importance of blood donation Sep 29, 2005
    THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A candle light rally from the Central Stadium to the Martyr’s Square to highlight the importance of voluntary blood donation will be held ...
    - Newindpress

    Blood-donation rules rile `tongzhi' Sep 26, 2005
    Since 2001, the Department of Health's (DOH) blood-donation regulations clearly state that gays, lesbians, bisexuals and other AIDS high-risk groups are banned ...
    - Taipei Times

    Comprehensive Human Cloning Ban and Cord Blood Donation Bill to ... Sep 26, 2005
    The Wisconsin State Senate will take up separate bills Tuesday that would place a complete ban on human cloning and facilitate the donation of newborn ...
    - ProLife Blogs

    Police Service, NTC begins blood donation program Sep 27, 2005
    A blood donation program was started by Maldives Police Service and National Thalassemia Centre today. This program is conducted ...
    - MaldivesInfo (press release)

    IU has history of blood donation Sep 19, 2005
    College campuses are among the highest contributors to blood donation programs across the nation, said Bonnie Newson, a licensed nurse practitioner with the ...
    - Indiana Daily Student

    Red Cross closing local blood donation division Sep 17, 2005
    By ANNE GEGGIS. More than 50 years of blood collecting by the American Red Cross in this area will come to an end Oct. 1 when the ...
    - Daytona Beach News-Journal

    South Charlotte Company Hosts Blood Donation Sep 19, 2005
    BALLANTYNE, NC -- Blood collection agencies say Hurricane Katrina has once again shown the need for keeping inventory levels high. ...
    - WSOCtv.com

    ENOC focuses blood donation drive on the needs of Thalassemia ... Sep 21, 2005
    ...registered in the UAE having climbed to in excess of 500 cases (Al Wasal Hospital), the diversified petroleum group launched a blood donation campaign, ENOC ...
    - Al-Bawaba

    Blood donation pledge Sep 23, 2005
    Jamshedpur, Sept. 23: To observe International Blood Donation Day on October 1, the city will organise a Run for Life on its eve. ...
    - Calcutta Telegraph

    Blood donation Sep 21, 2005
    IMPHAL, Sep 21: The department of radiotherapy and the blood bank, RIMS will organize a blood donation camp on September 22 in connection with Cancer Rose Day. ...
    - KanglaOnline

    West Nile virus discovered in Montreal blood donation Sep 3, 2005
    Hema-Quebec says it has found the West Nile virus in a blood donation that was collected in Montreal Aug. 31. The agency says none ...
    - CBC News

    BLOOD DONATION: POLYCLINIC, PRIORITY TO PATIENTS' PROTECTION Sep 3, 2005
    ...(AGI) - Milan, Italy, Sept 3 - "There is need of blood and it would illogical, even before it being unjust, to discriminate against anyone. ...
    - Agenzia Giornalistica Italia

    HOMOSEXUAL'S BLOOD DONATION REFUSED: STORACE, UNACCEPTABLE Sep 3, 2005
    ...(AGI) - Rome, Italy, Sept 3 - The minister of health, Francesco Storace, has said, "What happened at the Milan General Hospital is unacceptable and could ...
    - Agenzia Giornalistica Italia

    Blood Donation Centers for Helping Hurricane Katrina Evacuees at ... Sep 10, 2005
    ...caused shortages in blood banks across the entire country and now is a great time to give blood to help replenish the nations supply through a blood donation. ...
    - Emediawire (press release)

    Dubai: Blood Donation Camp by Karnataka Friends Jebel Ali Sep 6, 2005
    Dubai, September 7 : Blood Donation Camp has been organised by Karnataka Friends Jebel Ali, on Friday, 2nd Sept., 2005 in association with Dubai Port Authority ...
    - Daijiworld.com

    A blood donation tests positive for the West Nile virus following ... Sep 3, 2005
    3 /CNW Telbec/ - For the first time, Héma-Québec's West Nile virus (WNV) screening test has detected the presence of WNV in a blood donation collected in ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    Blood donation camps held Sep 7, 2005
    Chandigarh, September 7: A BLOOD donation camp was held at Government College for Girls, Sector 11, in collaboration with Government Medical College and ...
    - Chandigarh Newsline

    National Blood Service urges blood donation with welcome pack Sep 5, 2005
    ...by Julia Pearlman Brand Republic 6 Sep 2005. LONDON - The National Blood Service is launching a direct mail campaign through Kitcatt ...
    - DM Bulletin

    New Blood Donation Clinic Sep 1, 2005
    THE Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia has opened a second permanent blood donor clinic - on the first floor of Windhoek's Hidas shopping centre. ...
    - AllAfrica.com

    TN needs to double collection of blood Sep 30, 2005
    MADURAI: October 1 is blood donation day and time for all good human beings to come to the aid of ailing patients by donating this life saving precious liquid. ...
    - Newindpress

    Gharu Ram inaugurates blood donation camp Sep 5, 2005
    Development Ch. Gharu Ram today inaugurated a blood donation camp at Sant Nirankari Satsang Bhawan (SNSB) here this morning. About ...
    - Jammu and Kashmir Newsline (press release)

    HSBC Holds 2nd Blood Donation Drive Sep 14, 2005
    Bandar Seri Begawan - Over 100 HSBC personnel participated in the bank's second blood donation drive this year at the HSBC Chambers in the capital. ...
    - Bru Direct

    Blood donation is not a right Sep 14, 2005
    In response to the editorial, "FDA must accept blood from gay men," on Sept. 9 about gay men being not allowed to donate blood, please ...
    - Purdue Exponent

    Blood donation Sep 7, 2005
    MEA Medical Clinic on US 80 in Clinton will hold a blood drive 11 am-5 pm today. For details, call (601) 924 4000. Mississippi Blood ...
    - Jackson Clarion Ledger

    Blood donation process is flawed Sep 14, 2005
    Christopher Munt brings up important points in Amber Scott's article, "Gay men upset at inability to donate blood to help victims," Sept. ...
    - Purdue Exponent

    Health Minister appeals people for donating blood Oct 1, 2005
    ...to constitute National and State Blood Transfusion Councils to oversee the functioning of Blood Banks and to promote Voluntary Blood Donation, he added. ...
    - KanglaOnline

    Terumo Penpol drive to promote blood donation Sep 9, 2005
    THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: As part of its efforts to promote voluntary blood donation, the Terumo Penpol is planning to reward the best NGO, the best industry and the ...
    - Newindpress

    Donation of Blood at the Blood Donation Mobile Unit at Castille ... Sep 1, 2005
    All those wishing to donate blood are hereby informed that the Blood Donation Mobile Unit of the Blood Transfusion Department will be at Castille Square ...
    - di-ve.com

    Saudi launches blood donation drive Sep 6, 2005
    Just recently the MOH and SNAS/DHL, a logistics company, teamed up to run a nationwide blood donation campaign. The drive, titled ...
    - Khaleej Times

    Blood donation drive Sep 5, 2005
    DUBAI — The Department of Blood Transfusion and Research Services recently organised a succesful blood donation campaign in collaboration with the the ...
    - Khaleej Times

    Body Art and Blood Donation Sep 8, 2005
    One of most often requested emergency supplies is donated blood. The Red Cross and other response agencies try and maintain a stockpile ...
    - Bella Online

    SAUDI ARABIA: BLOOD DONATION DRIVE LAUNCHED FOR HAJ Sep 8, 2005
    Riyadh, 8 Sept. (AKI) - The Saudi Health Ministry has teamed up with the courier company DHL to launch a nationwide blood donation drive ahead of the annual ...
    - AKI

    Community Blood Center/Community Tissue Services Selects IDM's ... Sep 30, 2005
    Prelude. "IDM is very pleased that CBC has chosen Prelude to further advance the automation of their blood donation process. We ...
    - PR Newswire (press release)

    Bontoc creates bllod coordinating body Oct 1, 2005
    The Council is tasked to formulate local blood donation program that fulfills the needs for blood transfusion in the community and spearhead advocacy and donor ...
    - Philippine Information Agency

    REGION AL BRIEFS Oct 1, 2005
    Blood donation camp: As many as 30 units of blood were collected during a blood donation camp organised by the District Red Cross Society at Blood Bank in ...
    - The Tribune

    Nationwide Blood Donation Drive Launched Aug 31, 2005
    RIYADH, 1 September 2005 — The Ministry of Health and the SNAS/DHL, a logistics company, have teamed up to run a nationwide blood donation campaign. ...
    - Arab News

    Blood-donation rules rile homosexual groups Sep 27, 2005
    Since 2001, the Department of Health's (DOH) blood-donation regulations clearly state that homosexuals and bisexuals, as well as AIDS high-risk groups, are ...
    - Taiwan Headlines

    Vaccinate pigs not humans, suggests KGMU doc Oct 1, 2005
    The occasion was a voluntary blood donation camp organised to encourage and create awareness about the need for voluntary blood donation. ...
    - Lucknow Newsline

    If they prick us, do we not bleed? Sep 27, 2005
    Based on a 1983 recommendation by the Food and Drug Administration, every blood donation service across the country declines the donation of blood from men ...
    - Cavalierdaily.com

    It’s in the blood Sep 25, 2005
    It started in 1972 when as a student of DAV College, Chandigarh, and a member of the NSS, I made my first blood donation, inspired by a talk by Saroop Krishen ...
    - Hindustan Times

    HSBC holds 2nd blood donation drive Sep 14, 2005
    By Huraizah Ahmad. Over 100 HSBC personnel participated in the bank's second blood donation drive this year at the HSBC Chambers in the capital. ...
    - Borneo Bulletin

    'Mini-Me' custom van seeks blood donations Sep 27, 2005
    Affectionately dubbed the "Mini-Me" by members of the Blood Donation Center, the newest addition to the Mercy Medical Center fleet is a custom-made, 27-foot ...
    - The Republican

    Roots and Canadian Blood Services Partner for Social Change Sep 28, 2005
    ...new line of cause-related merchandise to celebrate those who support Canada's blood system and to encourage Canadians not yet engaged in blood donation to join ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    Be a hero - donate blood in October Sep 30, 2005
    One blood donation can help up to three patients. ... Please schedule a blood donation today by calling 1-800-GIVE LIFE. You can make a difference. ...
    - Monmouth Daily Review Atlas

    Red Cross seeks special blood donations Sep 25, 2005
    ...platelet apheresis drives. Unlike the typical blood donation procedure, both arms are used during an apheresis donation. Blood is ...
    - Aurora Beacon News

    To send letters to Editor : Sep 29, 2005
    Indian Red Cross Society: Workshop on Role of Youth in Blood donation camp� MP Prakash, Deputy Chief Minister, N Cheluvraya Swamy, Minister for Health and ...
    - Deccan Herald

    Gandhiji's life story on mobile phone Oct 1, 2005
    Lt. Governor BL Joshi will inaugurate a blood donation camp and an eye camp at the Sant Parmanand Hospital in Civil Lines tomorrow morning. ...
    - Hindustan Times

    Madhavrao fondly remembered Oct 1, 2005
    In Guna on Madhavrao Scindia’s fourth death anniversary, Congress party organised blood donation camps, medical camps, essay contests, all-religion prayer ...
    - Hindustan Times

    Capiz firefighters combat environmental hazards, save lives Sep 29, 2005
    He added that the blood donation activity was one successful activity undertaken by his office that had gained the support of the public, and in turn helped ...
    - Philippine Information Agency

    Disseminating the fluid of life Sep 22, 2005
    Kolkata, September 22: From colleges to para clubs, huge NGO-sponsored efforts to small voluntary initiatives — the organisation of blood donation camps has ...
    - Kolkata Newsline

    Health MEC happy with race-free blood test Sep 29, 2005
    At a presidential visit to a blood donation site, President Thabo Mbeki's blood was not used because he asked that he not have to fill in the questionnaire. ...
    - Sunday Times

    Blood service implements 'race-free' classification Sep 29, 2005
    At a presidential visit to a blood donation site, President Thabo Mbeki's blood was not used because he asked to be excused from filling in the questionnaire ...
    - Cape Times (subscription)

    Teachers' Day celebration at Dato Basir Secondary School Sep 30, 2005
    ...staff of Dato Basir Secondary School, Lambak Kanan organised two annual events namely the Medical Health Check-Up Campaign and the Blood Donation Drive, which ...
    - Bru Direct

    Teens urged to give blood Sep 29, 2005
    Blood donation rules have also changed, making it easier for the next generation of donors. "You can now donate if you have a tattoo in the last few months. ...
    - WBBH

    Giving blood safe, healthy for seniors Sep 17, 2005
    Under china's Blood Donation Law, donors should be between 18 and 55 years. However, the law doesn't strictly ban healthy donors who are slightly older. ...
    - EastDay.com

    Albania confirms HIV infected cases through transfusion Sep 30, 2005
    ..."We are not dealing with an extraordinary situation, but the commission has observed that the blood donation practice has some defects, mainly on the ...
    - People's Daily Online

    Manto welcomes race-free blood tests Sep 29, 2005
    ...health minister, has expressed satisfaction that the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has been able to implement a new risk model for blood donation ...
    - SABC News

    Virginia Blood Services begins second-annual blood drive Sep 26, 2005
    Blood Services kicked off the second-annual Crimson War Challenge yesterday among student concern regarding regulations governing blood donation from gay and ...
    - Cavalierdaily.com

    Jharkhand at a Glance Sep 30, 2005
    Jamshedpur: Tata Power, Jojobera division, organised a blood donation camp in association with Jamshedpur Blood Bank at the Old GM Office on Thursday. ...
    - Calcutta Telegraph

    Community Day offers the best of Lawrence Sep 29, 2005
    The group will set up a truck so residents can make a blood donation, he said, adding that a Recreation Advisory Committee member suggested it. ...
    - Lawrence Ledger

    Volunteer blood donor club set up in Minhang Sep 22, 2005
    THE city's first blood donation volunteer's club was established in Minhang District this week as a pilot program. Similar clubs ...
    - Shanghai Daily

    High school steps up to the plate(let) Sep 23, 2005
    School Blood Drive Challenge began in 1984, when United Blood Services realized the wisdom of encouraging young people to start a lifetime of blood donation. ...
    - Arizona Republic

    Researchers Set to Find ‘Genetic Signposts’ for Eight Diseases Sep 28, 2005
    The contribution by the UK Blood Services is made possible because every day 11,000 people give a blood donation to help save lives of NHS patients. ...
    - Newswise (press release)

    Health minister, SANBS at odds again Sep 29, 2005
    Earlier, the minister expressed satisfaction that the SANBS had been able to implement a new risk model for blood donation that included black donors. ...
    - SABC News

    Choose how you'll give the gift of life Sep 7, 2005
    Unlike a whole blood donation, donors give only red blood cells, not the plasma component. During this donation, donors lose a lower ...
    - Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

    Metro Detroit fundraisers, benefits, other help Sep 8, 2005
    ...make a monetary contribution. To make a blood donation appointment, call 888-448-3543 or www.givelife.org. Berkley: Public Safety ...
    - Detroit Free Press

    BharatMatrimony Group launches online blood bank Sep 7, 2005
    BharatMatrimony Group kick-started the project by organising “ Save a life - Blood Donation Camp� by all its employees, which reiterated its commitment to ...
    - Sify

    Your County Journal Sep 27, 2005
    860-8611, ext. 8669. For more information or to schedule a blood donation appointment, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. The Fremont Town Council ...
    - Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

    Second mobile blood donor unit due soon Sep 5, 2005
    ...to introduce its second mobile unit this year itself, it was announced at a ceremony conducted on Saturday to observe the International Day for Blood Donation. ...
    - Gulf Times

    Media advisory - Roots and Canadian Blood Services Launch Branded ... Sep 26, 2005
    ...and Roots to celebrate those who already support Canada's blood system and to create a teaser campaign that will raise the awareness of blood donation as a ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    Red Cross Seeks Blood Donors Sep 27, 2005
    ..."Blood donations are always needed, and it is an important part of preparedness for people to make blood donation a regular part of their life," says Sharon ...
    - Paw Paw Courier Leader

    Veterinary awareness camp Sep 21, 2005
    Blood donation: As part of the Cancer Rose Day observance tomorrow, the Department of Radiotherapy and the Blood Bank of Regional Institute of Medical Sciences ...
    - E-Pao.net

    Liver transplant possible without transfusion Sep 25, 2005
    ...science," he added. "No matter how safe we make blood donation, there will always be the risk of disease transmission.". In 10 to ...
    - PakTribune.com

    AABB and Baxter Sponsor First Annual Blood Collectors Week Sep 15, 2005
    ...celebration, community members are encouraged to show their support for those involved with this honorable profession by making a blood donation and helping ...
    - PR Newswire (press release)

    Visitor pumps pedals for a cause Sep 26, 2005
    The life-saving transfusion spurred him into campaigning for blood donation on a cycle tour of Europe last year that raised more than 100 litres of blood. ...
    - Stuff.co.nz

    Social issues fill session Sep 27, 2005
    Wisconsin Right to Life, which supported the measures on human cloning, fetal pain, a health-care worker "conscience clause" and umbilical cord blood donation. ...
    - Wisconsin State Journal

    Blood Donations Spike After Hurricane Katrina Sep 15, 2005
    The Athens Red Cross Blood Donation Center is abuzz with calls. Thousands are extending their arm to help Hurricane Katrina victims and their local community. ...
    - WNEG




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