Benji 20,113 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Rules that prohibit gay men from giving blood are to be reviewed, the Government has announced. Currently there is a 12-month “celibacy” period required for men who have s-x with other men who want to give blood regardless of whether they use protection or are in long-term relationships. Many people, including doctors, have questioned the logic behind the ban, which was introduced after the rise in HIV. Speaking in the House of Commons, Public Health Minister Jane Ellison confirmed there would be a review of the issue in the UK. “Making sure that the blood supply is safe is an absolute priority,” she said. “Donor deferral for men who have s-x with men was changed from lifetime to 12 months in 2011 but four years later it is time to look again at the question. Public Health England has just undertaken an anonymous survey of donors and I am pleased to say that the Advisory Committee on the Safety of Blood, Tissues and Organs will review the issue in 2016.” Ms Ellison added that the blood service does not discriminate on s-xual orientation. “The deferral period is based on s-xual activity and it applies to a number of other groups other than just men who have s-x with men,” she added “The safety of blood is of course paramount… but many clinicians feel it is long overdue,” he said. “[When are] we are finally going to achieve equality in this matter?” A spokesperson for the equalities group Stonewall said they were “delighted” by the review. “We want a donation system that is fair and based on up-to-date medical evidence,” the spokesperson said. “Currently gay people cannot give blood if they have had s-x in the past 12 months, regardless of whether they used protection. Yet straight people who may have had unprotected s-x can donate. These current rules are clearly unfair and we want to see people asked similar questions – irrespective of their s-xual orientation – to accurately assess the risk of infection.” Earlier this month the French Health Ministry announced that it is to lift its 30-year ban. ----------------------------------------- Source I've always understood the ban but it is about time it was reviewed. I'm intrigued to see what the review will bring, I imagine just a far shorter celibacy period like three months? Hmmm, whatever the review brings, I'm glad it's being looked at! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChicaSkas 24,038 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 I think safety should be the number one concern -- everyone regardless of gender should have tests for STDs or harmful bloodborne illnesses before donating blood, no matter what you are, gay or straight. Do YOU own the 4' by 6' Perfect Illusion promo Poster? Will pay you for it. Pic: http://i.imgur.com/UWuzumk Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsTommyBitch 12,640 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Finally What's good, America 私自身もこの世の中も誰もかれもが, どんなに華やかな人生でも, どんなに悲惨な人生でも, いつかは変貌し, 破壊され、消滅してしまう. すべてがもともとこの世に存在しない一瞬の幻想なのだから Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterdreams 1,529 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Good to know Haters gonna need more than a flashlight for my shade Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewUsername 11,753 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 FINALLY. Also, where I live I think it's still "had gay s-x?" -> no. Not even a "12 month celibacy period" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spooky 501 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 I couldn't donate plasma because I was wearing nail polish. Black nail polish. Their excuse was "Well, the head of our department is very old-fashioned so it's in our rules to defer men who choose to wear nail polish. It has nothing to do with your s-xual orientation, sir, and I'm sorry." Sure, b---h. I was livid. US, get your **** together! It also sucks because I'm type O Negative, the Universal Donor (and a damn good band), and I can't help people that could really need it. like a ghost, i vanish into you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsTommyBitch 12,640 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 5 minutes ago, Spooky said: I couldn't donate plasma because I was wearing nail polish. Black nail polish. Their excuse was "Well, the head of our department is very old-fashioned so it's in our rules to defer men who choose to wear nail polish. It has nothing to do with your s-xual orientation, sir, and I'm sorry." Sure, b---h. I was livid. US, get your **** together! It also sucks because I'm type O Negative, the Universal Donor (and a damn good band), and I can't help people that could really need it. That is infuriating 私自身もこの世の中も誰もかれもが, どんなに華やかな人生でも, どんなに悲惨な人生でも, いつかは変貌し, 破壊され、消滅してしまう. すべてがもともとこの世に存在しない一瞬の幻想なのだから Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewUsername 11,753 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 6 minutes ago, Spooky said: I couldn't donate plasma because I was wearing nail polish. Black nail polish. Their excuse was "Well, the head of our department is very old-fashioned so it's in our rules to defer men who choose to wear nail polish. It has nothing to do with your s-xual orientation, sir, and I'm sorry." Sure, b---h. I was livid. US, get your **** together! It also sucks because I'm type O Negative, the Universal Donor (and a damn good band), and I can't help people that could really need it. wut Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spooky 501 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 2 minutes ago, ItsVenusBitch said: That is infuriating Yeah, I stormed out of that place as fast as my fabulous gams could take me. And as I was leaving, there was a gaggle of phlebotomists sing-songing "DEFERRAL DEFERRAL HA HA HA". It was disgusting. I wish I was making this up. like a ghost, i vanish into you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsTommyBitch 12,640 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 1 minute ago, Spooky said: Yeah, I stormed out of that place as fast as my fabulous gams could take me. And as I was leaving, there was a gaggle of phlebotomists sing-songing "DEFERRAL DEFERRAL HA HA HA". It was disgusting. NNN I would've gone off, like omg I never go off on people in public (hi internet ) but I would've dragged them to hell and back and made sure not a single one forgot the scalpings they received for years to come 私自身もこの世の中も誰もかれもが, どんなに華やかな人生でも, どんなに悲惨な人生でも, いつかは変貌し, 破壊され、消滅してしまう. すべてがもともとこの世に存在しない一瞬の幻想なのだから Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow 6,697 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 The blood should be tested before use. Charlie Sheen should not donate blood, I don't give a f--k about his love life. I don't want to recover in a hospital just to find out I had tainted blood with disease. I'd rather die. Stand in the light, cast your shadow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mobster 14,604 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 2 minutes ago, Dark Twister said: The blood should be tested before use. Charlie Sheen should not donate blood, I don't give a **** about his love life. I don't want to recover in a hospital just to find out I had tainted blood with disease. I'd rather die. Yes, Charlie Sheen trying to do some good for other human beings... just another day at the office But I'm only a man and I do what I can. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow 6,697 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 1 hour ago, HMLSwine said: Yes, Charlie Sheen trying to do some good for other human beings... just another day at the office Have you heard the news about him admitting he has HIV? It's a health risk and irresponsible to not avoid the spread of disease. Wasn't trying to knock at him, but just using him as an example. Also, not trying to hate on those with AIDS, but until it can be inoculated, the best that be done is prevention of its spread, hence condoms and common sense. Stand in the light, cast your shadow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mobster 14,604 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Just now, Dark Twister said: Have you heard the news about him admitting he has HIV? It's a health risk and irresponsible to not avoid the spread of disease. Wasn't trying to knock at him, but just using him as an example. Also, not trying to hate on those with AIDS, but until it can be inoculated, the best that be done is prevention of its spread, hence condoms and common sense. I know, my comment was sarcastic... after all he's done, who'd expect him to donate blood anyway... But I'm only a man and I do what I can. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow 6,697 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Just now, HMLSwine said: I know, my comment was sarcastic... after all he's done, who'd expect him to donate blood anyway... Oh, my bad... Need more sleep lately... And right on, who'd expect him of all celebs? Stand in the light, cast your shadow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Featured Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.