Helene ravaged the NC plant that makes 60% of the country's IV fluid supply
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from Ars Technica5 months ago
Hurricane Helene has severely impacted the Southeastern states, prompting concerns about a potential nationwide shortage of intravenous fluids due to damage at a key manufacturing plant.
Ars Technicahttps://arstechnica.com/health/2024/10/helene-ravaged-the-nc-plant-that-makes-60-of-the-countrys-iv-fluid-supply/
Baxter International's North Cove facility, which produces 60% of the U.S. IV supply, was significantly affected by the storm, leading to alarming predictions for hospitals.
Ars Technicahttps://arstechnica.com/health/2024/10/helene-ravaged-the-nc-plant-that-makes-60-of-the-countrys-iv-fluid-supply/
Mass General Brigham, the largest healthcare system in Massachusetts, alerted its staff to a serious and immediate IV fluid shortage resulting from the storm's impact.
Ars Technicahttps://arstechnica.com/health/2024/10/helene-ravaged-the-nc-plant-that-makes-60-of-the-countrys-iv-fluid-supply/
Baxter's CEO highlighted the company's commitment to employee safety and pledged to utilize all resources to restore production and provide essential medical supplies post-storm.
Ars Technicahttps://arstechnica.com/health/2024/10/helene-ravaged-the-nc-plant-that-makes-60-of-the-countrys-iv-fluid-supply/
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