YOUR DONATION MATTERS! Visit pptaglobal.org/donate to learn more and see if you are eligible to donate.

Maintaining protein levels is essential when donating plasma since your plasma contains many vital proteins for the body. Here are some high-protein foods to consider:

Plasma contains hundreds of proteins which carry out critical functions in the body. If a person has insufficient levels of any plasma protein, the body cannot carry out some vital functions, which may cause a variety of chronic and life-threating medical conditions.pptaglobal.org/plasma

We’re less than a month away from Global Immune Thrombocytopenia Awareness Month. ITP is an illness caused by low platelet levels that can cause bruising and bleeding. Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), made from human plasma, is a common treatment. Learn how you can get

It’s #NationalBookLoversDay 📚 ❤️ Be the hero in someone else’s story by donating plasma, which can be lifesaving for those who depend on plasma-derived therapies. Find a donation center near you: donatingplasma.org

Be your child’s advocate on #InternationalYouthDay💙 It’s important that your child’s school understands their bleeding disorder. Print the "My Bleeding Disorder" form from Hemophilia Federation of America (HFA) to help educate them: hemophiliafed.org/resource/back-…

Staying hydrated is important when donating plasma. Did you know that drinking water isn’t the only way to stay hydrated? Remember these foods with high water content ranges next time you’re feeling thirsty:

📢 PLASMA IS UNIQUE 📢 Plasma-derived medicines and pharmaceuticals are not the same. Plasma cannot be made in a laboratory and depends solely on donations from healthy individuals. Learn more at bit.ly/4c85ctV

"What I like about plasma donation is that it is an easy way to help others, since almost everyone who is healthy can do it. It does not take a lot to give — just a little of your time." Hear more from plasma donor Monika in The Source Magazine: bit.ly/3WMVQ2k

Congratulations to the following plasma centers on achieving IQPP certification! IQPP provides independent, third-party evaluation, and recognition of a center's adherence to global industry standards for source plasma. Click here to learn more: lnkd.in/eFTi4kHq

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A new opinion piece in The Economist shares that paid plasma donations "would benefit patients both at home and abroad." -- subscribers can read the article here: economist.com/leaders/2024/0…

September marks the beginning of Immune Thrombocytopenia Awareness Month. Did you know an estimated 50,000 people in the United States are living with ITP? Learn more at globalitp.org #global4ITP #PaintThePlanetPurple #ITPaware

Happy Labor Day from PPTA! From dedicated researchers to compassionate healthcare professionals, patient group advocates to donation center employees, and everyone in between, your efforts improve plasma patients' lives worldwide. Thank you for all that you do. #LaborDay

Plasma donation is highly regulated, and studies show it is safe. A recent opinion piece in The Economist aims to dispel common worries from critics who say plasma donors should not be compensated for their time and lifesaving efforts. Subscribers can read it here:

By staying current on both novel and proven uses of #albumin, medical professionals can provide their patients with the latest knowledge and care. Registration is open at albuminlearningnetwork.org. Sign up for free today.

We’re just a month away from International Plasma Awareness Week! Show your appreciation for plasma donors and help raise awareness about the need for plasma donation by visiting plasmaweek.org and downloading #IPAW2024 materials.

We have just launched our International Plasma Awareness Week website at plasmaweek.org. Here, you’ll find all the information you need to get involved in #IPAW2024. Be sure to download visuals that will brighten up your social media feeds all week long!