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Thoughts on Gays Giving Blood?

Discussion in 'Chit Chat' started by Daveed0527, Feb 21, 2013.

  1. Daveed0527

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    So today at school, we had our second of three yearly blood drives. Today was the third time I've ever given blood, but in order to do so, I had to put in false information regarding my sexuality.

    One question was if I ever had a relationship with another male, and another was if I ever did anything sexual with a male. My honest responses would've been Yes and Yes. However, I answered No and No. It just suprised me that a male merely having a relationship with another male could prevent lives from being saved. All the blood is tested for diseases as a precaution anyway, so here's my question: Should gays be allowed to donate their blood without lying on their submissions? I respect all of your opinions. Thank you all.
     
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    Thank you. I didn't see it, and I'm glad you posted the link. :slight_smile:
     
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    No problem, It was buried. I had started it and that was the only reason I knew it was there.