Donors needed: Why Nigeria faces a donated blood shortage

DW (English) 2025-02-28

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With a population of around 228 million, medical facilities in Nigeria — and patients in need — are dealing with a donated blood shortage. Blood banks are struggling to find donors as myths and misinformation circulate.
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