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Rise in sickle cell disease prompts NHS call for more Black blood donors

Demand for blood for sickle cell treatment has risen 132% in 10 years, driving NHS appeals for more donors.
HbS-negative blood is in high demand to prevent worsening sickle cell conditions during transfusions.
The NHS Blood and Transplant service warns shortages persist despite overall donor growth.
Experts cite antibodies and need for closely matched blood as factors complicating transfusions.
Initiatives like Give Blood, Spread Love aim to increase Black-heritage donor numbers.
Sickle cell affects about 17,000 people in England, many from African and Caribbean backgrounds.
Black-heritage donor numbers have risen but remain urgently needed for sickle cell care.
NHSBT notes matched blood types are key to effective transfusions.
The report links rising demand to ageing, more transfusions, and regional trends.

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