Blood Donation Restrictions: Resources

If you've listened to our episode "MSM Blood Donations" you know that there are restrictions in place which make it effectively impossible for MSM (men who have sex with men) to donate blood.

Listen to the episode here:

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For our #ActionSteps in this episode:

1. If you’re eligible, please donate blood. Check out redcrossblood.org

2. Sign the petition. Glaad is hosting a petition to lift this ban of MSM and you can add your name for free at glaad.nationbuilder.com/blood

3. Continue your education. Several references mentioned in today’s episode are listed below.

4. If you’re someone who wasn’t aware of this restriction, you can probably assume that someone else you know is also unaware. Share this episode or the Glaad petition with your friends - help spread the word so we can make a change.

Article/News to Learn More:

On the policy:

• Red Cross

• Williams Institute

• Regulations.gov

• NBC News

• Glaad