The Gift of Blood -- Why It Matters

Science in 5 by WHO - World Health Organization

Jun 13, 202504:46Science & Medicine

Did you know that you can save three lives in just ten minutes with the gift of your blood? What do countries need to do to have safe blood donation systems ? WHO's Dr Yuyun Maryuningsih explains all you need to know to...

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