BPL Plasma Celebrates International Plasma Awareness Week

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- BPL Plasma, one of the fastest growing plasma collection companies in the United States, is pleased to join the global community in recognizing International Plasma Awareness Week from October 8 – 14, 2017.  During the week, the center will recognize the contributions of donors – ordinary people with a passion for saving and improving lives.  We will raise awareness of the life-saving therapies created with plasma collected at this center with various activities including a chance to win a car!

The highlight of the week for the center, located at 824 Spring Street, is an open house on October 13, from 12pm to 2pm.  At this time, we will welcome a plasma therapy recipient and his family to the center to discuss the positive impact plasma has had on their lives. All are welcome!   

In order to donate plasma, potential donors must present a valid form of identification, affirming residence within 50 miles of the facility, and a copy of their social security number or another acceptable identification number.

Plasma collected from donors living in the local community is as the essential component in certain therapeutics for patients around the world.  Plasma-based medications are used to treat serious disorders such as hemophilia and immune system deficiencies, and to treat victims of shock and burn.

According to BPL Plasma, in addition to providing the plasma used in cutting-edge pharmaceutical therapies, each of our Plasma Collection Centers employs up to 70 people and infuses an estimated $3-5 million into the local economy every year, through fees paid to donors.

After a physical examination and a medical history performed on site, most healthy adults under the age of 65 can donate plasma.  For first-time donors, the process usually lasts approximately two hours, though subsequent donations are faster.  Plasma donors are compensated for their time, with new donors receiving up to $50 for each donation, and BPL Plasma offers monthly promotions and several special incentive programs.  Please go to www.BPLplasma.com for specific details, offers and donation guidelines.

SOURCE BPL Plasma

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