No additional risk
Safety of the blood supply is the number one priority of Canadian Blood Services. At the present time, there is no additional risk to the blood supply requiring extra donor screening measures.
There have been no reported cases of transfusion-transmission of respiratory viruses such as influenza to date. These viruses are usually spread by droplets through the respiratory route or by direct contact.
It is very important, however that CBS is able to maintain the blood supply for patients who require transfusion.
Advice for donors who have been to Mexico
If you have been in Mexico recently and are feeling well, you may come in to donate provided you have not visited areas of the country where there is a malaria risk (please call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) for listing of malaria-endemic areas).
If you have recently visited Mexico and have a cold, or are otherwise feeling unwell, please wait two weeks before coming to a clinic to donate. For further health information, please consult your physician.
Canadian Blood Services is prepared
Canadian Blood Services is continuing to closely monitor the situation and will provide updated information as necessary. We are working closely with national and international public health authorities. Canadians should rest assured that we have a comprehensive emergency plans that can be implemented rapidly and effectively if the need should arise.
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Canadian Blood ServicesFurther information on Swine Flu
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See our Mexico Swine Flu Blog