Who returns and becomes a regular blood donor? Analysis of a donor database in Fukushima, Japan

ConclusionsClub members were characterised by higher numbers of previous donations and a preference for component donations. Young people and women were less likely to be returning donors. Directed efforts to recruit and retain donors considering their donation sites and health status are recommended to ensure a stable blood supply now and in the future.

Source: ISBT Science Series - August 24, 2017 Category: Hematology Authors: M. Kashimura, A. Goto, K. E. Nollet, H. Ohto, S. Yasumura, K. Konno Tags: Original Paper Source Type: research