Latinx Participation in Blood Donation Survey

Disciplines

Industrial Engineering

Abstract (300 words maximum)

Blood donation is an essential component of the healthcare system, with millions of people needing blood transfusions each year. In the last few decades there has been a decrease in blood donation in the United States among young adults. Due to the growing gap between supply and demand, the nation is facing a blood shortage, putting patients’ lives at risk. The purpose of this research project is to identify the barriers to blood donation among young adults in the Latinx community and explore strategies to increase their participation, as this group is underrepresented in blood donation. We are conducting an online survey targeting the Latinx community aged 18-39 in collaboration with local non-profit organizations mainly in the Atlanta metro area. The survey responses are still being collected, and preliminary analysis will be shared in order to highlight early trends.

Academic department under which the project should be listed

SPCEET - Industrial and Systems Engineering

Primary Investigator (PI) Name

Dr. Lin Li

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Latinx Participation in Blood Donation Survey

Blood donation is an essential component of the healthcare system, with millions of people needing blood transfusions each year. In the last few decades there has been a decrease in blood donation in the United States among young adults. Due to the growing gap between supply and demand, the nation is facing a blood shortage, putting patients’ lives at risk. The purpose of this research project is to identify the barriers to blood donation among young adults in the Latinx community and explore strategies to increase their participation, as this group is underrepresented in blood donation. We are conducting an online survey targeting the Latinx community aged 18-39 in collaboration with local non-profit organizations mainly in the Atlanta metro area. The survey responses are still being collected, and preliminary analysis will be shared in order to highlight early trends.