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Scientists discover new blood group, solve 50-year-old mystery. What does this mean for patients? – Firstpost

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Scientists discover new blood group, solve 50-year-old mystery. What does this mean for patients? – Firstpost

Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery with the identification of a new blood group system, MAL, solving a medical mystery that has puzzled researchers for more than five decades. This newly discovered blood group sheds light on the previously elusive AnWj antigen, opening doors to better care for individuals with rare blood types. The research … Read more

Ransomware attack on England’s health system highlights life-threatening impact of cybercrime

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Ransomware attack on England’s health system highlights life-threatening impact of cybercrime

The National Health Service in England is urging people with universal blood types to donate after a ransomware attack disrupted hospitals’ ability to match patients — underlining how cyberattacks can have serious and potentially life-threatening impacts. On June 3, hackers targeted pathology services provider Synnovis with ransomware. Ransomware attacks encrypt a company’s computer system, rendering it inoperable … Read more