Media Advisory: Press Conference Regarding Tragic Deaths After Plasma Harvesting at Grifols' Sites

Core Viewpoint - The Manitoba Health Coalition and Ontario Health Coalition are responding to the deaths of two paid donors at for-profit plasma collection facilities owned by Grifols, raising concerns about safety and control of the blood system [1]. Group 1: Incident Response - The Coalitions have issued warnings regarding the safety of for-profit plasma collection and the implications for the blood system [1]. - Spokespeople will outline necessary questions and steps to enhance safety and restore confidence in the blood and plasma system following the incident [1]. Group 2: Event Details - A response event is scheduled for March 13 at 10:30 a.m. EDT / 9:30 a.m. CDT via Zoom, with registration required [2]. - Contact information for key representatives from the Manitoba and Ontario Health Coalitions is provided for further inquiries [3].