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The Week Unwrapped - with Olly Mann
378. Why is the world running low on blood?
May 3, 2024
Scientists are getting closer to converting blood types for better donations. A controversial D-Day simulation raises questions about history and emotions. The discussion includes personal updates, weight-loss drugs, and celebrity endorsements.
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- Researchers are closer to converting blood types A and B into universal donor type O, potentially revolutionizing emergency transfusions.
- Blood shortages are worsened by staff shortages, lack of communication, and the need for diverse donors, especially for rare types like O negative.
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Research on Universal Donor Blood
Researchers in Denmark and Sweden have found a way to potentially transform any blood type into a universal donor type, specifically from A or B groups to type O. This breakthrough aims to address blood shortages and expedite emergency transfusions, potentially shortening organ transplant waiting lists.
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