The HHS has voted 9-6 against lifting the ban on gay men donating blood.
In the US, any man who has had sex with a man since 1977 is barred from giving blood.
It appears this policy will remain in effect for the time being.
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The OFFS Awards: The United States Department of Health and Human Services
The HHS has voted 9-6 against lifting the ban on gay men donating blood.
In the US, any man who has had sex with a man since 1977 is barred from giving blood.
It appears this policy will remain in effect for the time being.
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