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What is an 'urgent appeal'?
An urgent appeal from NHS Blood and Transplant is a rare and serious call to action. It signifies a critical shortage of something vital, in this case, organ donors. The first-ever nature of this appeal underscores the severity of the situation and the immediate need for public response.
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