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At Perth Blood Institute our mission is to prevent, treat and cure blood disorders. We aim to raise awareness about blood disorders and the impact it has on people's lives by working with the media. To read our latest press releases, click below.

Media contact: Ruth Gourley, Shine Communications, (08) 9203 5891

Perth Blood Institute benefits from family ties

Perth Blood Institute benefits from family ties

The family of a Perth mum who has a blood condition so rare that she’s almost one in a million is rallying behind her – and gaining support from numerous work colleagues. Read more

Published: 21st February, 2022

Updated: 4th April, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

Perth Blood Institute leads Asia-Pacific region in rare blood disorder research

Perth Blood Institute leads Asia-Pacific region in rare blood disorder research

Perth mum and Stirling resident Samantha Minniti has a blood condition so rare that she is pretty much one in a million. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Felicity Barnes

Perth Blood Institute sees success in world-first clinical trial

Perth Blood Institute sees success in world-first clinical trial

Wanneroo local John Coccaro was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow, back in 2006 and subsequently spent many years undertaking chemotherapy in hospital with mixed success, given the cancer returned several times. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Felicity Barnes

Perth Blood Institute contributes towards breakthrough for haemophilia A patients

Perth Blood Institute contributes towards breakthrough for haemophilia A patients

West Perth-based Perth Blood Institute (PBI) has participated in a ground-breaking clinical trial which has uncovered a new life-changing treatment for people with haemophilia. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Felicity Barnes

Australians to gain new hub for thrombosis and its prevention

Australians to gain new hub for thrombosis and its prevention

Australians are set to benefit from a central resource ‘hub’ of authoritative information to increase awareness and understanding of deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and stroke, and improve their prevention, early detection and management. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Updated: 7th October, 2021

Author: Felicity Barnes

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  • GPF LoCov Study

    GPF LoCov Study

    Perth Blood Institute are partnering with Gamma Diagnostics Inc. to study the role that Gamma Prime Fibrinogen plays in various inflammatory disease states.

  • International Men’s Health Week, 13 to 19 June

    International Men’s Health Week, 13 to 19 June

    This week is International Men’s Health Week (IMHW) and an opportunity to highlight the importance of men’s health.

  • Raising funds & awareness for TTP

    Raising funds & awareness for TTP

    TTP survivor wanting to give back

  • Samantha's story

    Samantha's story

    Samantha was diagnosed with TTP in 2016, an extremely rare blood disorder. Following her recovery in hospital, Samantha researched her condition and learnt of the ground-breaking research being done in this area at PBI. After meeting with Professor Baker, Samantha has gained new insight into TTP including the possibility of expanding her family.

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  • What is thrombosis?

    What is thrombosis?

    Click here to learn more about thrombosis.

  • What are DVT & PE?

    What are DVT & PE?

    Click here to learn more about DVT and PE.

  • Contraception and Thrombosis

    Contraception and Thrombosis

    Click here to learn more about how certain contraceptives can increase your risk of dangerous blood clots.

  • Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome

    Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome

    Click here for information about antiphospholipid antibody syndrome and how it can lead to thrombosis.

  • Inherited Thrombophilias

    Inherited Thrombophilias

    Click here for information about genetic conditions that can increase the chances of thrombosis.

  • Investigators

    Investigators

  • COVID-19 and Thrombosis

    COVID-19 and Thrombosis

    Click here for frequently asked questions and links to resources regarding COVID-19 and thrombosis.

  • Work and Thrombosis

    Work and Thrombosis

    Click here to learn more about how work can increase your risk of thrombosis, and how to prevent it.

  • Participate in a clinical trial

    Participate in a clinical trial

    PBI's Clinical Trials Unit actively runs numerous clinical trials and performs state-of-the-art research into bleeding and clotting disorders and blood cancers.

  • What is atrial fibrillation?

    What is atrial fibrillation?

    Click here to learn more about atrial fibrillation - what it is, what causes it, and what you can do about it.

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You can help to make blood disorders a thing of the past

You can help to make blood disorders a thing of the past

Please help to make blood disorders a thing of the past. We need more innovative breakthroughs. This is the reason why we strive to advance haematological research and facilitate clinical trials into common, rare and fatal blood diseases. Every amount is vital to our research, no matter how large or small. Your support is critical in helping to make blood disorders a thing of the past. THANK YOU! Read more

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Published: 18th February, 2020

Updated: 26th May, 2022

Author:

Elie's story

Elie's story

When Elie was a young, fit and healthy 22-year-old he noticed a lump in the side of his neck. He went to his GP complaining of fatigue, insomnia, and severe itching. After being misdiagnosed with glandular fever and then a mystery virus, he received a call from his doctor. Read more

Published: 9th July, 2020

Updated: 28th March, 2022

Author: Jake Harfield

Purchase a Entertainment™ Digital Membership and support PBI

Purchase a Entertainment™ Digital Membership and support PBI

Gain access to over 20,000 local & national offers and support Perth Blood Institute at the same time. Read more

Published: 2nd August, 2021

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Bec Morgan

Perth Blood Institute benefits from family ties

Perth Blood Institute benefits from family ties

The family of a Perth mum who has a blood condition so rare that she’s almost one in a million is rallying behind her – and gaining support from numerous work colleagues. Read more

Published: 21st February, 2022

Updated: 4th April, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

Celebrating World Health Day

Celebrating World Health Day

In recogntion of WHD 2022, find out how our patients look after their physical and mental wellbeing while living with a blood disorder. Read more

Published: 28th March, 2022

Updated: 31st May, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

Bridget's Story of Survival

Bridget's Story of Survival

“I had no idea of the severity of my condition.” Bridget Read more

Donate Fundraise

Published: 5th May, 2022

Updated: 11th May, 2022

Author: Bec Morgan

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