What Is Iron Deficiency Day?

🥩🥬 Looking for ways to boost your iron levels through your diet? Iron-rich food could be a way to boost your iron levels. Here are some foods that could support you: -Red meat and poultry -Leafy greens \(like spinach and kale\) -Lentils and beans -Fortified cereals -Nuts and seeds Pairing iron-rich foods with vitamin C \(found in oranges, peppers, and tomatoes\) can help your body absorb iron better! Make sure you always check and consult with your doctor first. What’s your go-to iron-boosting snack? Share with us in the comments! Visit https://bit.ly/3Cu8U4U to learn more. #TakeIronSeriously #IronDeficiency #Nutrition #HealthTips #IronDeficiencyDay2024

This World Kindness Day, why not share the gift of life? For our friends in the U.S., donating plasma is a simple act of kindness that can make a world of difference for patients in need. Your donation helps create lifesaving therapies for people with rare and serious diseases. #WorldKindnessDay #DonatePlasma Find a CSL Plasma center near you: https://bit.ly/40PxHup

Did you know that even mild iron deficiency may have a big impact on your physical performance? Whether you're a weekend warrior or a professional athlete, iron plays a crucial role in your energy levels and endurance. 🏃‍♀️ Iron is essential for transporting oxygen throughout your body, which powers your muscles during exercise. Without enough iron, you may feel fatigued more quickly and struggle to perform at your best. Learn more about how iron affects performance and how to take charge of your iron health https://bit.ly/3O4MU2X #IronHealth #Fitness #Performance #TakeIronSeriously #IronDeficiencyDay2024

At CSL, we are focused on hiring and developing Veterans. We have a Veterans internship program in our Holly Springs, North Carolina site as an industry partner in NC Biotech’s Military Outreach & Veteran’s Engagement \(MOVE\) with a goal of providing internships that lead to offers of full-time employment once the military rotations are completed. Pictured below \(left to right\): Veterans and CSL employees at our Kankakee, Illinois site, Tony Shock, Lead Production Supervisor, Steven Sanders, Senior Manufacturing Manager, and Dave Atkinson Associate Director, Quality Value Stream Lead-Bulk, as they stand in front of a wall honoring 54 current Kankakee employees who have served in the military. https://bit.ly/3O3f921 #VeteransDay #CSL

Alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency, often called Alpha 1, is a genetic condition where the body does not produce enough of the alpha 1 antitrypsin \(AAT\) protein. This deficiency can lead to serious lung and liver diseases. It’s estimated that 116 million people worldwide are carriers of abnormal Alpha 1 genes. November is Alpha-1 Awareness Month in the U.S. Learn more about the disease, its symptoms, diagnosis and available treatments here: https://bit.ly/3NW2NJ4

The application period for the Prof. Heimburger Award 2025 has been extended to November 18, 2024; 11:59pm CET! The Award celebrates early career researchers within the fields of acquired and inherited bleeding disorders. • Five global research grants of €25,000 are given out each year • The awards are reserved for researchers who hold a medical degree or a PhD and are available for clinical and preclinical research in the areas of inherited and acquired bleeding disorders • Applicants who have less than five years post-doctoral research experience or clinical practice experience will be prioritized • Applications must be received by November 18, 2024; 11:59pm CET, to be considered To apply, or for more information, visit: https://bit.ly/40xe7CU