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Pints of squash and buttock-squeezing: donating blood during a cluster-randomised trial

11:00am-4:00pm on Saturday 22 March

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Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology, Robinson Way (Close to the Junction of Robinson Way and Long Road), CB2 0SZ

Donated blood is an essential medicine that saves lives every day. So how can we make blood donation a better experience for the wonderful people who volunteer to give?
Researchers from Cambridge’s Blood and Transplant Unit began the STRIDES trial in 73 donation centres across England, testing whether four interventions could improve donor outcomes. In this activity, you’ll become a simulated participant in the trial, joining 1.4 million real-life donors who have contributed invaluable evidence. You’ll navigate each stage of the donation process, and along the way, learn how we solve scientific mysteries using large-scale studies like these. Spoiler alert: there’s chocolate!

Booking email address: sd888@cam.ac.uk

Booking/Registration is: RECOMMENDED

drop in welcome no need to book

Additional Information

Age: All Ages
Format: Other
Timing: In person
Cost: Free
Theme: Health
Accessibility: Full access

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