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Blood centers face decline in young donors
Blood centers are experiencing a significant decline in young donors, mainly those aged 16 to 24, following the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted campus blood drives that traditionally introduced young people to donation. Despite a recovery among older demographics, the younger age groups have decreased donations by over a third, raising concerns about future blood supply sustainability as older donors age out. Experts emphasize the need for new outreach strategies to re-engage young donors, including social media campaigns and positive messaging about blood’s impact, to prevent potential shortages and ensure a stable blood supply.
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