That FDA rule has been in effect for a few years now. Don't know why. Seems like blood tests would give your pint a clean bill of health. I'll try to remember to ask when next I give. ms b works for the Red Cross (see post #178, ms b) and might be able to find out. And thanks for you and hubby's service to America.
Thanks, Kathy. I understand the hands of the Red Cross are tied by the FDA. I'd just like somethin' to change. Develop a test at least. For months after I could no longer bite the bullet, the Red Cross continued to call me for my O neg blood and I'd have to remind the caller that my juice was suspect.
I'm sure something will change in the future. Would just like the process to move faster, is all. I feel better now that uncleshag and the band gave on my behalf.
Hey Armyavon lady..
This is a lament I hear often...
Rather than speculate, I will ask for sure tomorrow...
I DO know that the feeding practices in some countries including feeding cows back to other cows (in grain form)..(forbidden in the USA)
and using "downed' cows, for the feed, no matter the reason they died, that I can understand...
It's the 20 year ago thing that I don't..
I will ask tomorrow for you, if you like..
The need for blood is still critical...so donate if you can, guys...
Ms.B