Gay men who abstain from sex for one year may be able to give blood in 2015 . Men who have had sex with other men represent approximately 2 % of the U.S. population , yet are the population most severely affected by HIV , according to the FDA . Score: 6 The proposal is recommended by an independent expert advisory panel . The one-year deferral period would align with that of other men , women at HIV risk .
Gay men who abstain from sex for one year may be able to give blood in 2015 . Score: 6 The proposal is recommended by an independent expert advisory panel . The one-year deferral period would align with that of other men , women at HIV risk .