DOH warns vs. buying, selling plasma for COVID-19

The DOH warns against selling and buying plasma for COVID-19 treatment due to the risk of transmitting other diseases.

Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire emphasizes the need to screen patients before they can donate plasma.

In Central Visayas, reports indicate that some recovered COVID-19 patients are selling their blood plasma for up to PHP80,000 per bag, which contradicts the government's voluntary donation program.