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Congratulations, university officials ““ you’ve won a free trip to the Caribbean. And for those who didn’t make the cut, how about an iPod or some cold hard cash? Read more...

Federal restrictions which prevent males who have had sex with other males from donating blood has elicited claims of discrimination from members of the gay community during this key period of on-campus blood drives. Read more...

Though blood transfusions have the potential to save lives, the high-risk nature of blood donations make for a strict screening process for donors. “We consider both the health and safety of the donor, as well as the recipient, in making the evaluation,” said Jaime Rivas, platelet coordinator at the UCLA Blood and Platelet Center. Read more...

For second-year psychology student Kharifa Young, a blood-donating veteran, there is no greater sight than the collection bag being filled up with her own blood. As she watches the blood level rise, her spirits rise as well because she knows she is making an effort to help others. Read more...

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