Supply Chain Impact
damaged a facility in , disrupting the production of 60% of the U.S. IV fluids supply, leading to a nationwide shortage.
Baxter has resumed some production but cannot guarantee a return to pre-hurricane levels, forcing hospitals to implement conservation strategies.
Healthcare Adaptations
Hospitals are reducing IV fluid usage by 55% through conservation measures like using push medications and questioning the necessity of IV hydration for patients.
Some hospitals, such as , are innovating by retooling electronic health records and encouraging staff to fully utilize IV bags before opening new ones, potentially setting new standards for fluid management post-crisis.