… transfusion recipients from getting an infection through a blood transfusion. Pathogen inactivation, the latest … protection. By effectively damaging the nucleic acids of a number of pathogens, including viruses and bacteria, … at Canadian Blood Services led efforts to optimize a process for producing a pooled platelet component that …

… Frontline Donors You don’t just make a difference, you make all the difference. When there’s no time to confirm a patient’s blood type, your O-negative blood can be the …

… by Marie-Soleil Smith, PhD Candidate in Dr. Hélène Côté’s Lab at the University of British Columbia, and edited by … effectively stored the same way for decades, but is there a better way? There are numerous tasks that are a part of your day-to-day that you do a certain way because …

… Prior to joining Canadian Blood Services, I spent nearly a decade leading product management activities in the … for blood cancers and solid organ transplantation. I have a real passion for using my scientific background to create … lifecycle strategies that fulfill an organization’s goals and aspirations for meeting patient needs. What do we …

… organs and tissues if it meant it could save other people’s lives. It’s a simple concept and one that means one person’s tragic loss … can also be another’s miracle. Organ donation can also be a light in the corner of tragedy for a grieving family.  The …

… envelope viruses: Tissue factor clotting research earns a first-ranked CIHR Project Grant Transfusion Blood Abby … clues to the successful treatment of some of the world’s most challenging viral infections come from understanding … Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), based on a research proposal that was ranked first by the review …

… CFO, Jennifer Camelon Tuesday, April 19, 2022 Following a rigorous national executive search involving many … risk management. In this role, she also served as a key business representative to the Department of Finance … as well as quality processes and systems.   Jennifer’s long-time commitment to innovation, quality and fostering a …

… needs. Our new donor centre on Albert Street will provide a more modern and inviting location for donors. Will the … is Friday December 9, 2022. Will I still be able to book a life bus to the new location? We are pleased to offer a shuttle service for groups wishing to donate at our new …

… Writing Competition Winner: What does it take to make a life-saving drug? Plasma Transfusion Blood Alexandra Witt … testing them to see if they have what it takes to bust up a blood clot and save a life. It’s a long road to get from a test tube to a treatment, and it …

… 24-30.This year marks the 25th anniversary of NOTDAW, a week dedicated to honouring those who have donated to save … Currently, there are more than 4,000 people waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant. Canada’s organ donation and transplantation community is asking all …