I just went to donate blood at work. But, I was refused as a donor because I lived in the UK for 3 consecutive months between 1980 and 1996 (actually I lived there the whole time). Apparently they (the Singapore health Authority or whatever it is) are worried about Mad Cow Disease. Now, I am no medical expert but this continuing ban seems a little excessive... I've had my blood tested about 5 times since I have lived here.
I blame Thatcher.
