A New Era Begins For Blood Donation By Gay Men
Learn about federal regulations related to blood donation by Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual and Gender non-conforming (LGBTQ+) individuals. Did you know that the FDA has made eligibility changes that promote fairness and inclusivity in the blood donation process while maintaining the safety of the blood supply? With this update, sexual orientation is no longer a consideration for donor eligibility. 
Blood Donation by Gay and Bisexual Men
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Thursday it had officially eliminated restrictions that had previously prohibited many blood donations by gay and bisexual men — a longstanding policy. The new screening process focuses on individual risk factors. For at least a decade, Chris Van Bibber had been prevented from donating blood.
FDA relaxes blood donation guidelines for gay and bisexual
The FDA’s previous donor eligibility criteria based on sexual orientation, which made it challenging for gay and bisexual men to donate blood, has been eliminated. Safety of the blood supply is OneBlood’s top priority. Robbie Goldstein donated blood two weeks ago for the first time in his life. Both have devoted their lives to medicine and public service. 
Donate with Pride
Can gay and bisexual men (MSM) donate blood? Yes. In May , the FDA issued revised donor deferral recommendations to include gender-inclusive, sexual behavior-based screening questions for all blood donors. At Versiti, we believe that saving lives is a shared commitment. Thanks to new guidance from the U.
LGBTQ+ Blood Donors
I'm a gay or bisexual man who hasn't had sex with another man in more than three months. If it has been more than 3 months since your last sexual encounter with another man, you may be eligible to donate blood. Visit our Blood Donation FAQ page to confirm your eligibility. . 
How new FDA rule allowing gay, bisexual men to give blood is
On May 11, the Food and Drug Administration officially changed its policy allowing gay and bisexual men to donate blood as long as they have been monogamous for the previous three months. .
Blood donation policy is updated, allowing gay and bisexual
The FDA’s decision to allow gay men to donate blood is a significant victory for equity and inclusion, but it is only the beginning. . Welcoming More Donors
Ahead of Pride Month, join America's Blood Centers and GLAAD for a inar to learn about the latest information on blood donation eligibility and implementation of updated FDA eligibility criteria that allows more members of the LGBTQ community to give. Hear first-hand experiences from new and first-time LGBTQ donors, community blood centers, and more as we discuss how we're working together. .