There has been no transmission of the virus through blood transfusions, Pompilio said.
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The Community Blood Center’s donation fundamentals will not change, he said. People who donate will still need to be well and all equipment used in the donation process will still be properly sanitized.
“The blood supply is safe. It is safe to donate. And it will remain important to donate; we will need the blood supply,” Pompilio said.
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