New Zealanders are excluded from donating blood for many reasons, including sickness, a recent tattoo or not weighing enough. But the most controversial exclusion, which affects gay and bisexual men, is about to be scrapped. Video / Alyse Wright / Jason Dorday
New Zealand blood donation regulations
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