The European division of @plasmaproteins, where we engage with policymakers & patients in 🇪🇺, to advocate for patient access to #plasma-derived therapies.
🌍 International Plasma Awareness Week starts today!
Across Europe, plasma-derived medicines play a vital role in the lives of millions of people living with rare, chronic and serious conditions.
This first day of #IPAW2026, we’re celebrating the patients who rely on plasma-derived medicines, the donors whose generosity makes these therapies possible, and everyone working across the plasma community to help strengthen access and supply. From donation to treatment, plasma powers possibility.
#IPAW2026 #PlasmaPowersPossibility
At the patient-donor panel during the @gbscidp Conference in Milan last month, donors and patients highlighted the real-world impact of plasma donation.
"For me, donations mean life." - Pauline, plasma donor
"Without them, I cannot be here today." - Flore, patient
Two sides of the same journey, from donation to patient care. Thank you to all plasma donors for their ongoing commitment!
#PlasmaDonation #PatientVoice #RareDiseases #GBSCIDP #PlasmaPowersPossibility"
📅 One year to go! PPTA is proud to support IPIC2027, taking place 3–5 November 2027 in Mallorca, Spain!
Mark your calendars and get ready for three days focused on advancing diagnosis, clinical care and outcomes for people living with primary immunodeficiencies.
We’re looking forward to being part of this important global gathering. See you in Mallorca in one year!
#IPIC2027
“Plasma is needed. Mine is here. I can help.” 💙
Every donation can help someone in need and every donor has the power to help.
Thank you to all those who give. 🫶
It’s 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗮-𝟭 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, and we’re sharing more stories from our community. 💙
Karin from #Switzerland 🇨🇭 found out she had AATD after her sister’s diagnosis. Her message: if #AATD is in your family, ask about testing.
Full interview 👇
https://t.co/6SIJTadXp3
#Alpha1 #Alpha1Voices #Alpha1AwarenessMonth #Alpha1Europe #UnitedforAlpha1
📢 PPTA calls for immunoglobulins (IGs) to remain on the @EMA_News Union List of Critical Medicines.
For many patients with rare and chronic diseases, IGs are essential therapies with no suitable alternative. Their continued inclusion on the EMA shortages catalogue reinforces their criticality.
As plasma-derived medicines manufactured from a limited biological resource, maintaining IGs on the ULCM supports the EU's resilience, security and medicines supply objectives while helping safeguard patient access.
Read the statement here: https://t.co/zAiZeXBzLC
#CriticalMedicines #PatientAccess #Immunoglobulins #PDMPs #Plasma #EUHealth
Strong communication is essential for turning complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. On November 4, Jake Maccoby will bring his experience as a communications strategist to the Plasma Protein Forum in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia.
Drawing on his work with presidents, policymakers, executives, and global leaders, Jake will share practical approaches to shaping persuasive messages, strengthening conversations, and delivering ideas with confidence and impact.
🗓️ Join PPTA November 3–4
👉 Register today: https://t.co/dV7XcWHLsU
What happens when plasma donors meet the patients whose lives depend on plasma-derived medicines?
Last Saturday in Milan, PPTA brought them together on stage at the @gbscidp's European conference. For many, it was the first time meeting someone on the other side of the plasma journey.
💬 "When you get a medicine, no one tells you about the hundreds of people who donated to make it." – Ivan, patient
💬 "It's one hour of me time to do something good." – Pauline, donor
Thank you to all our speakers for such a meaningful exchange.
#PlasmaDonation #PatientVoice #IPAW2026
#IPAW2026 may have ended, but the power of plasma goes on year-round. Continue to access resources at https://t.co/4r6NkvHObJ and share your plasma story!
Thank you to everyone who helped make IPAW 2026 a meaningful week of raising awareness, sharing stories, celebrating patients, recognizing plasma donors, and highlighting the vital role plasma plays in helping people around the world.
But awareness shouldn’t stop when the week ends. The conversation continues year-round.
Explore resources, learn more about plasma and plasma-derived medicines, and find ways to keep raising awareness at https://t.co/HaiynYK1l3.
Thank you for being part of IPAW 2026, and for helping show how plasma powers possibility. 💙
As we mark the final day of #IPAW2026 tomorrow, PPTA will host Donors & Patients: A Unique Human Connection at the @gbscidp European Conference in Milan.
Two sides of the same story. One shared human connection.
Join us!
Thank you, plasma donors.
Patients around the world depend on plasma-derived medicines as part of their care. During International Plasma Awareness Week, patients are taking a moment to say thank you in their own languages.
Watch the video to hear their messages of appreciation. 🌎
#IPAW2026 #PlasmaPowersPossibility
Behind every plasma donation is the possibility of helping someone live with a rare disease.
Lyudmila shares her gratitude to plasma donors in Hungary who help make plasma-derived treatments possible for people living with rare and serious autoimmune conditions.
During International Plasma Awareness Week, we’re celebrating the connection between donors and patients often people who may never meet, but whose lives are connected through plasma.
💙 Thank you to every donor who gives.
#IPAW2026 #PlasmaPowersPossibility
#IPAW2026 💛 Plasma donations can make a life-changing difference for people with #AATD.
Each Alpha-1 patient receiving augmentation therapy needs plasma from around 900 donations every year.
This week, we thank the donors who make this possible and call for stronger support for plasma collection across Europe.
#PlasmaPowersPossibility #Alpha1Europe
Los estudios demuestran que donar plasma es seguro para las personas donantes sanas. Antes de donar, deben cumplir varios requisitos de salud, que se comprueban antes de cada cita. Más información en https://t.co/u3fQumiS9k
#IPAW2026#PlasmaPowersPossibility#Alfa1
Join us in raising awareness for patients who rely on lifesaving plasma medicines and thanking donors who make them possible during International Plasma Awareness Week this October. Learn more at: https://t.co/p9XxIkU3nU #IPAW2026#PlasmaPowersPossibility via @PPTAEurope
Plasma donation starts with taking care of the people who make it possible. On Day 4 of International Plasma Awareness Week, we’re highlighting the importance of donor health, safety and well-being because every donation begins with a healthy donor.
Thank you to the donors who give their time, roll up their sleeves and help make possibility a reality!
#IPAW2026 #PlasmaPowersPossibility
El plasma no solo abre posibilidades para quienes viven con una enfermedad rara. Los medicamentos derivados del plasma se utilizan en ámbitos médicos muy diversos: la atención sanitaria habitual, los tratamientos de urgencia y la medicina preventiva.
Más información sobre cómo se utilizan los medicamentos derivados del plasma en https://t.co/jO3ERt3LCe
#IPAW2026 #PlasmaPowersPossibility #Alfa1
Todos los pacientes merecen tener acceso a los tratamientos derivados del plasma que necesitan.
En todo el mundo, millones de personas dependen de estos medicamentos que salvan vidas para controlar enfermedades raras y crónicas. Durante la #IPAW2026, súmate al llamamiento en defensa de los pacientes de todo el mundo. Más información en https://t.co/jO3ERt3LCe
#PlasmaPowersPossibility #Alfa1
Europe needs more life-saving plasma. 🌍🩸
Plasma-derived medicines support around 300,000 patients across Europe. Yet plasma collection remains below demand, leaving Europe heavily reliant on imports.
💛For people living with #AATD, plasma is a lifeline.
#IPAW2026#Alpha1 #Alpha1Europe
“Don’t be afraid. Move forward.”
For Micaela, living with Guillain-Barré syndrome has meant facing challenges with courage, determination, and hope.
During International Plasma Awareness Week, we’re sharing patient voices from across Europe to help raise awareness of rare conditions and the treatments that can make a difference in people’s lives.💙
#IPAW2026 #PlasmaPowersPossibility