NNPA Addresses National IV Fluid Shortage

Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) is working with the state of Nevada and other partners to address a growing national shortage of IV fluids exacerbated by Hurricane Helene. The storm’s impact on production facilities has raised concerns in Northern Nevada.

Baxter, the leading distributor of IV fluids in the United States, was affected by the hurricane, which brought heavy rain and a storm surge that disrupted the company’s operations. In response, Baxter is working to restore production and is providing regular updates on the situation.

Although NNPH does not directly use IV fluids, the organization said its coordination with local healthcare providers, emergency medical services (EMS), and public health preparedness (PHP) programs to ensure the community’s well-being.

The NNPH assures residents that they are closely monitoring the situation and working with regional partners to minimize the impact of the shortage.

“We understand that this shortage may raise concerns in Washoe County, but we are actively engaged with our partners to safeguard the health of our community,” NNPH stated in a release.