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Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Clayton VanStry prepares to administer a unit of fresh whole blood to Hospital Corpsman Andres Valenzuela while Lt. Rhett Henrich observes, during training at U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay, July 24, 2025. Whole blood transfusion capability provides a critical life-saving option in combat and austere environments, directly supporting operational readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Shakirah Peterson-Wall)
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