A STUDY ON AWARENESS AND PRACTICES ABOUT BLOOD DONATION AMONG UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL STUDENTS IN MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHENNAI, 2011
Abstract
Abstract : BACKGROUND - Blood and blood products are
precious because they can be obtained only from individuals
who donate blood. Understanding the knowledge level and
practices about blood donation among medical students is
essential since they are expected to convey the information
regarding the need for voluntary blood donation to the general
population.
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