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Rise in sickle cell disease prompts NHS call for more Black blood donors

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Jourdan Dunn gives blood in Brixton, south London. The model’s son, Riley, is a sickle cell patient who relies on transfusions. Photograph: Ian West/PA

Demand for blood needed to treat rare disorders such as sickle cell has soared by more than 130% in 10 years, forcing the NHS to ask for more donors to come forward. Read More

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