Tag: blood transfusions

  • HIV and Blood Transfusions in India: Free HIV Tests

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    According to the BBC, there are some alarming figures, “At least 2,234 Indians have contracted HIV while receiving blood transfusions in hospitals in the past 17 months alone, say officials.” The story goes on to say, “Under law, it is mandatory for hospitals to screen donors and the donated blood for HIV, hepatitis B and C,…