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West Nile Virus Spreads in Belgium: Blood Donors Tested
West Nile virus confirmed in animals across Belgian regions; Red Cross tests blood donors in Vilvoorde as authorities monitor spread.
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Red Cross Urges Blood Donations Amid O Negative Shortage
The Belgian Red Cross urgently calls for blood donors as O negative and B negative stocks reach critical levels amid the annual summer dip in donations.
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Belgium Roundup: School Outbreak, Blood Appeal, New Laws
Belgium news: School outbreak in Buzet affects 100 students; Red Cross urges blood donations; new protections for emergency workers and cancer survivors.
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Red Cross Urges Blood Donations Before Summer Holidays
The Red Cross of Belgium calls on holidaymakers to donate blood before summer vacations to prevent hospital strain and maintain adequate supplies.
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Belgium Cuts Blood Transfusions by One-Third Since 2011
Belgium cut blood transfusions by one-third per capita since 2011 through better surgery and patient blood management, but donations remain critical.
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