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Plasma Hero origins

Blood plasma can be used to create life-saving therapies. The global demand for plasma has been steadily increasing over the years, but as of recently, it’s hit a critical mass. Now, more than ever, we need heroes to step up and donate plasma if we want to continue to treat those who rely on it.

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Dr. Charles Drew

Washington, DC

Plasma Hero stories

After 39 years of constant infections with no known cause, Lori Motal is now living a healthy life thanks to her diagnosis of specific antibody deficiency and her SCIG infusions of plasma. 

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You don’t have to just watch heroes in movies or read about them in comic books. You can be one. Plasma donation saves countless lives, and by spending 90 minutes donating blood plasma, you become a hero. 

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News & Updates

Get the latest information on plasma through our news and updates. Featuring: Scientific discoveries, plasma supply, industry-related coverage, policy and legislation, and more!

Plasma demand is on the rise because of new patients and products

03/26/2024

The need for plasma is forecasted to increase since more patients are being diagnosed with current and newly discovered rare conditions as well as additional indications being approved for plasma medications.
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Busting common plasma donation myths

02/21/2024

Misconceptions about plasma donation, such as that it is bad for your health, lead to undue misapprehensions.
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How donated plasma treats trauma and shock

01/12/2024

Studies show that giving patients plasma immediately after a traumatic injury improves survival rates significantly.
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Understanding the plasma ecosystem from donor to patient

12/05/2023

Find out how plasma is collected, what happens after it’s collected, and who ultimately benefits from plasma-derived medicinal products (PDMPs).
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How plasma saved lives through the ages, from 1918 to WWII to today

11/07/2023

Both convalescent plasma and plasma-based therapies have been around for some time, though many people are still unfamiliar with their history.
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Science-based policies boost plasma donation globally

10/02/2023

Science is driving global advancements in policy and allowing more people around the world to donate plasma while ensuring the safety of donors and the plasma collected.
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