Neighborhood ethnic density and disparities in proximal blood donation opportunities

DISCUSSION: These findings provide initial evidence of fewer proximal donation opportunities in areas with greater H/L population density which may contribute to H/L underrepresentation in blood donation and the need for more inclusive collection efforts. Improved access to blood collection is modifiable and could help to increase the overall blood supply, enhance the ability to successfully match specific blood antigen needs of an increasingly diverse population, and bring about a more resilient blood system.PMID:38660952 | DOI:10.1111/trf.17847

Source: Transfusion - April 25, 2024 Category: Hematology Authors: John M Ruiz Shana D Hughes Melissa Flores Brian Custer Maia Ingram Scott Carvajal Cecilia Rosales Hany Kamel Ralph Vassallo Christopher R France Source Type: research