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How Painting With Gay Blood Can Tackle HIV Stigma

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Nearly 40 years ago, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration put a lifetime ban on the use of blood donations from men who have sex with men (MSM).

This act is not only discriminatory and homophobic, but also aids in the national blood shortage. The ban is out-dated and creates a false pretense on HIV blood contamination.

To address this injustice, premium denim designer MOTHER is launching The Gay Blood Collection during this month's New York Fashion Week.

This collection of art tools are a proactive and progressive stride towards ending the stigma surrounding gay blood.This first-of-its-time collection created a unique ink from MSM blood in collaboration with pigment artist, Stuart Semple, with the intention to drive attention and raise awareness for this issue.

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