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American Red Cross Addresses the Human Form of Mad Cow Disease

The growing number of cases of vCJD, the human form of "mad cow disease, " has prompted the FDA and the American Red Cross to take action.

History

Basic Facts
Top FAQ's about Mad Cow Disease
Glossary of Terms
Q&A From the FDA

Red Cross Statements and Policy
Red Cross Testimony Before TSAC 6-27-02 (PowerPoint Presentation, 261.5KB)
Jackie Fredrick Testifies to TSEAC Committee about new vCJD Donor Deferral Criteria
American Red Cross Implements New Deferral Policy
American Red Cross Presents Information on Monitoring the Supply and Demand for Blood Products to HHS Committee
American Red Cross Medical Policy on vCJD and BSE
American Red Cross Presents Information on vCJD, Donor Deferral to FDA Committee
American Red Cross Presents Information on Plasma, vCJD to FDA Committee
American Red Cross Position Statement to the TSE Committee

Articles/News Releases
Red Cross Study Shows Fewer Blood Donors To Be Affected By 'Mad Cow' Deferal
American Red Cross Commits Blood to Avert Potential Supply Crisis in New York City
ProMetic Life Sciences announces collaboration with the American Red Cross

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