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Blood Drives in Barbershops: Healing Community Trust One Drop at a Time | Stories That Matter
In this episode of Stories That Matter, host Kristina Cole explores the innovative and deeply human strategy of hosting blood drives in barbershops to rebuild trust within marginalized communities. This approach moves beyond traditional medical logistics, recognizing that for many people—particularly Black men—the barbershop is not just a place for grooming, but a sanctuary of safety, consistency, and cultural belonging. By bringing mobile phlebotomy stations directly into these trusted spaces, organizations can overcome historical trauma and systemic barriers that have long prevented…
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