Entry #8306: Blood donations by MSMs in Texas

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RegionTexas
IssueBlood donations by MSMs
StatusBanned (3-month deferral)
Start DateApr 2, 2020
End DateMay 11, 2023
DescriptionBlood donation centers follow the new FDA 3-month deferral guidance.
Sourceshttps://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/revised-recommendations-reducing-risk-human-immunodeficiency-virus-transmission-blood-and-blood


Revision History (3)

Revision by 4anahiv. New law

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End Date(NONE)May 11, 2023

Revision by JerofDoorhandle

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ValueBanned (1-year deferral)Banned (3-month deferral)
Start DateJan 1, 1983Apr 2, 2020
End DateSep 20, 2018(NONE)
NoteSince 2016.Blood donation centers follow the new FDA 3-month deferral guidance.
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Since 2016. Blood donation centers follow the new FDA 3-month deferral guidance.
Sourceshttps://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/revised-recommendations-reducing-risk-human-immunodeficiency-virus-transmission-blood-and-blood
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https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/revised-recommendations-reducing-risk-human-immunodeficiency-virus-transmission-blood-and-blood
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  • Status is not correct "It’s only for gay men "

Revision by Ausyk

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End DateJun 20, 2018Sep 20, 2018
SourcesNo
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  • All information is correct, just adding sources "American Red Cross has since changed its ruling and you can donate after 3 months of no sexual activity with the same sex. It only affects males who have sexual activity with other males. This went into effect in 2021. Information can be verified by contacting the DCSC of the American Red Cross. "

Ausyk created this entry.