More gay, bisexual and trans Australians can now donate blood. Why were they stopped before, and what will the change mean?

Anyone in a monogamous relationship can now donate immediately, as long as other criteria – such as age and iron levels – are met Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Up to 20,000 additional blood donations are expected to be made each year across Australia, with new rules in effect from Monday allowing many gay and bisexual men and transgender people to donate for the first time. So what has changed, and why? Continue reading...

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