The Uruguayan Social Health Services Association (ASSE) will pursue criminal charges and launch an internal investigation against the former director of the Maldonado Hemocentro (blood bank). This action follows an investigation revealing a “substantial volume” of instances where blood donors were not informed of potentially transmissible diseases detected through their testing. The failure to notify donors of concerning results raises serious ethical and health concerns. ASSE officials have confirmed the scope of the issue warrants both criminal prosecution and a formal internal administrative process. The investigation details suggest systemic failures in donor notification protocols. This could potentially expose donors to ongoing health risks and complicate future medical care. ASSE is prioritizing remediation and ensuring improved patient safety measures are implemented moving forward.