Stereotyped as spreaders of blood-borne viruses such as HIV, gay men are barred from donating blood in many countries regardless of risk-reducing behaviors such as monogamy and condom use. But that might change soon as the UK becomes one of the first countries to lift its blanket ban on blood donation from gay men and to implement individualized risk-based screening of donors, allowing those who engage in safe sex to donate regardless of sexuality. Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here