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Dengue outbreak drives up demand for blood and platelets
A dengue outbreak is straining blood banks, as severe cases often require transfusions of platelets to manage the disease's drop in blood cell counts. Hospitals are reporting rising demand for blood and platelet donations, and health authorities are urging eligible donors to give blood to keep supplies from running short during the outbreak.
Why now: A surge in dengue cases is creating urgent demand for platelet transfusions, prompting calls for donations.
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- Dengue outbreak drives up demand for blood and platelets · The Business Standard
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