Muscat – The department stressed that individuals should not donate blood if they suspect they have HIV (AIDS) or hepatitis.
The Department’s statement reads as follows: “HIV/AIDS testing is available in all primary health care institutions (health centers) at the request of references or on the doctor’s suggestion. It is done completely confidentially. Don’t donate blood If you are donating blood to have your blood tested for hepatitis or AIDS.”
Pointing out that blood donation should always be considered as an act of generosity and solidarity, aimed at helping those in need, the DBBS calls on the public seeking medical examination and advice to visit the following health centres in the Muscat Governorate:
• Al Khoud Health Center
• Al Shadi Health Center
• Al Hajer Health Center
• Qurayyat Health Center
• Al Khuwair North Health Center
• Ruwi Health Center
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