Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are a group of diseases that affect the bone marrow and blood. In MDS, the blood-forming cells in the marrow slow down, or even stop, making the three types of blood cells.Most patients with MDS will develop anemia (low numbers of red blood cells) and may need blood transfusions.yelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are a group of diseases that affect the bone marrow and blood. Some types of MDS are mild and easily managed, while other types are severe and life-threatening. 1  Tweet.
United States History. Affirmative Action. Affirmative Action began as a plan to equalize the educational, employment, and contracting opportunities for minorities and women with opportunities given to their white, male counterparts.
Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunities 1. Introduction. The intent of affirmative action is to remedy past discrimination, eliminate barriers, and. create a level playing field that is inclusive of everyone. The State of Minnesota has a. strong commitment to affirmative action, diversity, and equal opportunity. Affirmative action, diversity, and equal opportunity are related, though differing, concepts. Affirmative action anticipates that positive steps will be taken on the part of the state as an. employer to provide a fair, nondiscriminatory workplace.