Ethical concerns for health professionals, media and the public in promoting adequate and safe blood transfusion services in Africa: a case study of Ghana and Zimbabwe. (360G-Wellcome-099678_Z_12_Z)
Ethical concerns abound in the area of providing effective blood transfusion services. In many parts of Africa, there are strong cultural and spiritual beliefs about blood. Blood transfusion services rely on donations from the general public and therefore the public view of blood and blood donation is absolutely critical. The media have a significant role to play in encouraging a healthy perception of the importance and safety of blood transfusion services, and this raises a series of ethical implications for journalists, health professionals and the public. Strong relationships and partnerships between blood transfusion centers and the media in Africa are vital. This research project in Ghana and Zimbabwe aims to explore the ethical concerns ofdifferent actors in relation to blood transfusion services and work to build stronger partnerships to improve donation rates of safe blood.
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Grant Details
| Amount Awarded | 5500 |
| Applicant Surname | Appiah |
| Approval Committee | ERG10 Medical Humanities |
| Award Date | 2012-05-21T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Financial Year | 2011/12 |
| Grant Programme: Title | Small grant in H&SS |
| Internal ID | 099678/Z/12/Z |
| Lead Applicant | Dr Bernard Appiah |
| Partnership Value | 5500 |
| Planned Dates: End Date | 2013-08-31T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Planned Dates: Start Date | 2012-08-01T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Recipient Org: Country | United Kingdom |
| Region | North West |