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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Gino Spocchia

Democrats call on FDA to remove ‘antiquated discriminatory’ limits on gay, bisexual men donating blood amid Canadian decision

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A recent decision by Canada to remove all remaining restrictions on gay men who donate blood has reignited calls for the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to do the same.

US Congresswoman Val Demings, in a statement to The Independent on Wednesday, said she welcomed Canada’s action and that it was time for the FDA to follow “modern science” on gay men donating blood.

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