A Baxter International factory in Marion, N.C., was significantly damaged by the hurricane Sept. 26. The manufacturing plant is one of the largest suppliers of IV fluids in the U.S., producing about 60% of the IV solution supply in the U.S. The damage caused by the hurricane led the company to temporarily close its North Carolina facility and limit orders. The California Dental Association encouraged dentists to use their supply "prudently" because shortages and delays are expected to last for a long time. Here are five updates on the shortages: 1. The Biden administration invoked the Defense Production Act to expedite the rebuilding of Baxter International's IV fluid facility. 2. ECRI issued guidance to healthcare providers regarding practices to avoid and adopt during the shortage. 3. The CDC issued a health advisory Oct. 12 with guidelines on how systems and leaders can manage the supply disruptions of peritoneal dialysis and intravenous solutions. 4.