Giving Tuesday, held annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, is a global celebration of generosity. It’s a day dedicated to giving back, where people come together to support various causes. This year Giving Tuesday is on November 28, 2023.
Making Progress
I am excited to be writing about news that will impact thousands of gay and bisexual blood donors. You may have already heard, but the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is changing its guidelines which will ease restrictions on gay and bisexual male blood donors. The FDA says they will move to a more targeted questionnaire about a donor's sexual history regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. This is in line with policies already in place in other countries like the United Kingdom and Canada. This new approach recognizes that anyone can contract infectious diseases like HIV and eliminates outdated restrictions for gay and bisexual men.
Donating Blood Feels Good. Real Good.
Countless lives are saved every day because of blood donors. It truly is a remarkable contribution that not only benefits our community, but also brings a profound sense of fulfillment to donors themselves. Here are four reasons why donating blood makes you feel good. Real good.
