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Health Canada Reviews Deaths Linked to Grifols Plasma Donations

4/2/2026

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Health Canada is reviewing two deaths linked to Grifols, S.A. plasma donations in Winnipeg (October 2025, January 2026).
Inspections revealed deficiencies at Grifols, S.A., prompting license conditions to cut appointments and boost staff training.
Grifols, S.A. has faced lawsuits alleging donor injuries and criticism of its operations.
Health Canada says there is no evidence linking the deaths to plasma collection.
Health Canada continues to monitor as Grifols addresses compliance.

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Story summary

Health Canada is reviewing two deaths linked to Grifols, S.A. plasma donations in Winnipeg (October 2025, January 2026).
Inspections revealed deficiencies at Grifols, S.A., prompting license conditions to cut appointments and boost staff training.
Grifols, S.A. has faced lawsuits alleging donor injuries and criticism of its operations.
Health Canada says there is no evidence linking the deaths to plasma collection.
Health Canada continues to monitor as Grifols addresses compliance.