News · Politics For Subscribers In Massachusetts, Many Can Have An Abortion, But Not Donate Blood, Without Parental Consent By Tom Joyce December 7, 2021 · 3:58 PM EST · Updated January 16, 2025 12:36 AM · 3 min read read Advertisement Listen to audio version of this article Members only Subscribe to listen Do you want to donate blood in Massachusetts? Then you better be at least 17 years old — or have your parent's permission. Do you want to donate blood in Massachusetts? Then you better be at least 17 years old — or have your parent's permission.… Advertisement Read Next Transgender Athlete Excelling On Maine High School Girls' Soccer Team Meet The Candidates: Tyler Macallister, Republican Congressional Candidate For Massachusetts’ 9th District SJC Again Upholds MBTA Communities Housing Law Massachusetts Sheds 7,100 Jobs In August As Losses Mount