James Harrison
Known as the 'man with the golden arm,' James Harrison was an extraordinary blood donor whose donations saved 2.4 million babies from the life-threatening condition known as rhesus D haemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN). His blood contained a unique concentration of antibodies that were crucial for creating anti-D injections, which protect unborn children from this condition. Over his lifetime, he made 1,173 donations, a record that highlighted his commitment to helping others. Harrison's contributions have had a profound impact on maternal and infant health in Australia, earning him a place in the hearts of many families.
Born on Apr 15, 1930 (94 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 119,216 | $21,000,000 | 7,563$ |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 36,196 | $2,700,000 | 1,440$ |
| Australia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 14,680 | $1,380,000 | 794$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 109,807 | $1,500,000 | 780$ |
| Turkey | 1 | 9.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 84,339,067 | 27,535 | $720,000 | 235$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 3,645 | $160,000 | 60$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,925 | $56,000 | 52$ |
| Vietnam | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 44,815 | $340,000 | 157$ |
| Totals | 10 | 828,855,012 | 357,819 | $27,856,000 | 11,081$ |
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United States:
James Harrison was one of the most prolific donors in history, whose antibodies helped protect an estimated 2.4 million babies in Australia from possible disease or death.
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Brazil:
James Harrison was known as the 'Man with the Golden Arm' for saving 2.4 million babies with his rare blood.
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United Kingdom:
James Harrison, known as 'the man with the golden arm', saved 2.4 million babies through his blood donations.
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Slovenia:
James Harrison was known as the 'man with the golden arm' for saving over 2.4 million children with his blood plasma donations.
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United States:
James Harrison, a prolific Australian blood donor famed for having saved the lives of more than two million babies, has died at age 88.
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Vietnam:
James Harrison saved at least 2.4 million babies through his rare blood and plasma donations over more than 60 years.
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Hungary:
James Harrison was one of the world's most prolific blood donors, saving approximately 2.4 million infants.
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Turkey:
James Harrison is known for saving the lives of 2.4 million babies through his blood plasma donations.
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United Kingdom:
James Harrison was known as one of the world's most prolific blood donors, whose plasma saved the lives of more than 2 million babies.
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Australia:
James Harrison's remarkable blood helped save the lives of 2.4 million babies.
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