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The Australian Islamic Medical Association is encouraging people to give blood. (SBS) Source: SBS News

A blood donation is needed every 18 seconds in Australia and one group is helping to encourage people to roll up their sleeves. Australia's Islamic community has launched a nationwide blood drive registering hundreds at mosques around the country.

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A blood donation is needed every 18 seconds in Australia and one group is helping to encourage people to roll up their sleeves. Australia's Islamic community has launched a nationwide blood drive registering hundreds at mosques around the country.

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