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Letter to the editor of Maclean’s in response to “A bloody mess: The story behind paid plasma in Canada” as published on Nov. 22, 2017


Tuesday, August 21, 2018

… Letter to the editor of Maclean’s in response to “A bloody mess: The story behind paid plasma … resulted in the need to bring the country’s sufficiency to a recommended 50 per cent. This approach balances the risk of …

Are you tapped into all the research and education news?


Wednesday, November 29, 2017

… and Tissues Transfusion Blood Jenny Ryan If you’re already a subscriber to our Research and Education Round Up, thank … the next edition is due out this week.  Past issues There's more!  Remember, you don’t have to wait for the newsletter … latest research stories on RED. Here, you can also read a comprehensive overview of research findings and impacts …

Canadian Blood Services board meeting open to the public


Tuesday, August 21, 2018

…  They have the opportunity to hear about the organization’s work, deliver presentations to the board, and meet with …          Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017                      8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST WHERE:       Canadian Blood Services       … landscape. Canadian Blood Services is regulated as a biologics manufacturer by Health Canada and primarily …

Letters of Support for Research Grant Applications


Tuesday, July 3, 2018

… Canadian Blood Services or to the broader blood system in a cost-efficient way. For example, projects which are … letters of support should be sent to innovation@blood.ca a minimum of three weeks prior to the grant application … number The name and affiliation of the grant applicant A clear summary of the proposed research including the …

Earl W. Davie Symposium - Eleven years and counting


Wednesday, December 6, 2017

… and other healthcare professionals. It always delivers a program that informs and inspires. A large dose of inspiration comes from the attendance — every … Born in 1927 in Tacoma, Washington, much of Dr. Davie’s career has been spent at the University of Washington in …

Canadian Blood Services thanks Kenora donors at final collection event today


Tuesday, August 21, 2018

… regularly reviewed and analyzed, taking into consideration a number of factors including the location of permanent … and find out how to offer financial support to make a difference. Everyone can play a part in spreading awareness of these opportunities and the …

Wait lists improving for some organs as deceased donor numbers jump in Canada


Tuesday, August 21, 2018

… Transplantation Interprovincial Programs Report and CIHI’s Canadian Organ Replacement Register Annual Statistics. Together, the data provide a more fulsome picture of Canada's donation and … activities across the provinces and territories over a 10-year period.   System changes increasing deceased donors …

Number of patients on wait lists decrease for some organs as deceased donor numbers jump in Canada


Friday, December 15, 2017

… this week by Canadian Blood Services build on last year’s 2006-2015 System Progress Report and provide the latest … performance. The Interprovincial Programs Report provides a comprehensive overview for the Canadian organ donation and … to up-to-date information on system performance to inform a path forward for Canada. Media release:  Wait lists …

Urgent need for blood donors


Tuesday, August 21, 2018

… Morrison are relying on donors for happy holidays and a lifetime of possibilities   (OTTAWA) – Canadian Blood … collection centres will be open on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, as well as during other regular collection hours. New … the holidays, and we hope that they will make time to save a life and give blood. Canadian patients’ lives depend on …

Looking back on 2017: Our top-five most-read stories


Wednesday, December 27, 2017

… Tissues Plasma Stem Cells Transfusion Blood Jenny Ryan It's hard to believe that 2017 is almost over. As we prepare for 2018, we take a look back on our most-read research, education and … Kidney Paired Donation program — launched in 2009 — is a perfect example of how interprovincial health systems work …