Hospitals scramble for IV fluids
Hospitals across the U.S. face IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene
With one major medical supplier's production hubs closed, hospitals say they are rationing IV fluid bags and employing other conservation measures.
Helene ravaged the NC plant that makes 60% of the country’s IV fluid supply
The plant is Baxter International's North Cove manufacturing facility in Marion, which is about 35 miles northeast of Asheville. Helene unleashed unprecedented amounts of rain throughout the western part of the state, killing dozens and ravaging numerous communities, homes, and other structures, including the plant.
Hospitals Hit With IV Fluid Shortage After Hurricane Helene
Baxter, the U.S.’s largest maker of intravenous fluids, is slashing shipments to hospitals after the storm took down one of its manufacturing plants in North Carolina.
Hospitals take steps to conserve IV fluid supply after Helene strikes critical factory
Baxter International said it would temporarily close production at its North Cove, North Carolina-based facility, raising concerns about a potential nationwide shortage.
MN hospitals prepare for possible IV fluid shortage following Hurricane Helene
Hospitals in the Twin Cities are bracing for a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene forced a medical supply manufacturer to close its North Carolina plant.
Mass General Brigham may see shortage of IV fluids due to Hurricane Helene damage in South
Massachusetts General Brigham is warning of an IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene damaged the manufacturing plant of one of the nation's largest suppliers.
Supply of IV fluids could be constrained after Hurricane Helene damages manufacturer
The aftermath of Hurricane Helene could become problematic for hospitals in other parts of the country because of a potential shortage of IV fluids.
Helene Damaged a Factory That Makes IV Fluids
Experts say the fallout from storm damage to a North Carolina factory that makes critical hospital supplies will be felt broadly and could linger
IV fluid supplies dwindle as Helene closes N.C. manufacturing plant
It is a reflection of the far-reaching consequences of Hurricane Helene and the resulting supply chain interruptions.
NC plant that makes 60% of country’s IV fluid is closed due to flooding
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