IBTS to discuss ending ban on gay men donating blood

There is speculation the Irish Blood Transfusion Service Board (IBTS) may recommend lifting the lifetime ban on gay men donating blood when they meet later today.

IBTS to discuss ending ban on gay men donating blood
Thu, 21 Apr, 2016 - 07:10

There is speculation the Irish Blood Transfusion Service Board (IBTS) may recommend lifting the lifetime ban on gay men donating blood when they meet later today.

The move follows a recent legal challenge here.

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