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  • COVAXI Clinical Trial

    COVAXI Clinical Trial

    Perth Blood Institute (PBI) is pleased to announce the commencement of a clinical trial to assess the immune response to the SARS-CoV-2 vaccination – the COVAXI trial. Read more

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    Long COVID

    Here we discuss some of the latest research relating to Long COVID, also known as PASC (post-acute sequelae of COVID). Read more

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Rare Disease Day 2023

Rare Disease Day 2023

February 28 is Rare Disease Day. This global initiative provides an opportunity to increase awareness about rare disorders which can affect everyone. Read more

Published: 2nd February, 2023

Updated: 4th March, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

Women In Science 2023

Women In Science 2023

International Day of Women and Girls in Science Read more

Published: 1st February, 2023

Updated: 22nd February, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

COVAXI Clinical Trial

COVAXI Clinical Trial

Perth Blood Institute (PBI) is pleased to announce the commencement of a clinical trial to assess the immune response to the SARS-CoV-2 vaccination – the COVAXI trial. Read more

Published: 11th January, 2023

Updated: 9th February, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

Long COVID

Long COVID

Here we discuss some of the latest research relating to Long COVID, also known as PASC (post-acute sequelae of COVID). Read more

Published: 21st December, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

American Society of Hematology conference 2022

American Society of Hematology conference 2022

The annual American Society of Hematology Meeting and Exposition was held in New Orleans, December 10-13. Abstracts presented at the conference represent important, novel research in the field and are considered the best of the thousands of abstracts submitted. Read more

Published: 13th December, 2022

Updated: 5th January, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

Oxidative stress, COVID and thrombosis

Oxidative stress, COVID and thrombosis

Oxidative stress, free radicals and antioxidant defences are critical to normal body functions and health-related conditions. Here we discuss some research and how these factors are associated with thrombosis. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

World Thrombosis Day 2022

World Thrombosis Day 2022

October 13 is recognised as World Thrombosis Day and was created to raise a global awareness of the importance and seriousness of thrombosis. Read more

Published: 10th October, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month

Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month

Bleeding disorders are rare conditions which affect the way the body manages blood clotting. Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the seriousness of these disorders. Read more

Published: 5th October, 2022

Updated: 7th October, 2022

Author: Gina Rodgers

Blood Cancer Awareness Month

Blood Cancer Awareness Month

Blood cancers such as Leukaemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma can affect anyone at any age. SEPTEMBER is Blood Cancer Awareness Month which is aimed at raising awareness and supporting patients affected by blood cancer. Read more

Published: 19th September, 2022

Updated: 1st October, 2022

Author: Gina Rodgers

ISTH Congress 2022

ISTH Congress 2022

The 30th ISTH Haematology conference was held in London in July this year with PBI's Professor Ross Baker participating in Q&A sessions and presenting on PBI's key research topics. Read more

Published: 4th August, 2022

Updated: 5th January, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

Mentoring at Perth Blood Institute

Mentoring at Perth Blood Institute

Through successful guidance and support from PBI and Murdoch University scientists, find out how former student researchers are contributing to the future of medicine. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2022

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

DNA Day 2022: why it's so important to us

DNA Day 2022: why it's so important to us

Previous genetic research has provided PBI researchers crucial data into the cause and prevention of inherited blood diseases. Read more

Published: 21st April, 2022

Updated: 1st February, 2023

Author: Felicity Barnes

PBI's new CEO announced

PBI's new CEO announced

After an extensive search, Perth Blood Institute is pleased to announce David Sneddon as the organisation’s new CEO. Read more

Published: 14th March, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

Women and the risk of blood clots

Women and the risk of blood clots

Women are at a higher risk of blood clots if using oestrogen-containing contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period are also risk factors. Read more

Published: 11th March, 2022

Updated: 20th July, 2022

Author: Gina Rodgers

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COVID-19 Related News

COVID-19 Related News

Read about COVID-19 related news and information associated with blood disorders and blood clots. Read more

Published: 25th January, 2022

Updated: 28th February, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

Annual Report 2020-2021

Annual Report 2020-2021

Read our latest Annual Report Read more

Published: 20th January, 2022

Author: Gina Rodgers

You can help people like Nicole

You can help people like Nicole

"I tried to answer a question and I couldn’t get the words out, I could only slur. I knew I was having a stroke” Nicole Read more

Published: 18th November, 2021

Updated: 12th May, 2022

Author: Shelley Farrell

'Mommy's Tiny Helper' donates $5 from every sale in August to PBI

'Mommy's Tiny Helper' donates $5 from every sale in August to PBI

In partnership with the Perth Blood Institute, 'Mommy's Tiny Helper', kindly donated $5 from every sale in August to raise funds for vital research. This little wonder toy is also a mobility toy that cleans as your toddler plays! Read more

Published: 2nd August, 2021

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

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

Raise money by recycling

Raise money by recycling

Raise money for clinical trials and blood disorder research when you recycle unwanted drink containers. Here are all the details on where to take your containers and how to donate. Read more

Published: 2nd August, 2021

Updated: 1st February, 2022

Author: Bec Morgan

Thrombosis Australia

Thrombosis Australia

Australians now have access to 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: 17th November, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Bec Morgan

Accolades

Accolades

Learn more about PBI's awards, grants and participation in workshops and conferences. Every accolade is a testament to our team. Read more

Published: 31st January, 2020

Updated: 8th February, 2022

Author: Gina Rodgers

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  • Gemma's story

    Gemma's story

    No one wants to face it; I didn't look like a cancer patient.

  • Myelofibrosis (MF)

    Myelofibrosis (MF)

    Myelofibrosis is an uncommon type of blood cancer that interrupts the body’s normal production of blood cells.

  • Andrew's story

    Andrew's story

    Andrew was diagnosed with myelofibrosis in 2021, an uncommon form of blood cancer affecting the bone marrow. Learn more about Andrew's story here.

  • Rare Disease Day 2023

    Rare Disease Day 2023

    February 28 is Rare Disease Day. This global initiative provides an opportunity to increase awareness about rare disorders which can affect everyone.

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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.

  • Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome

    Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome

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

  • Contraception and Thrombosis

    Contraception and Thrombosis

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

  • Inherited Thrombophilias

    Inherited Thrombophilias

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

  • Investigators

    Investigators

  • Travel and Thrombosis

    Travel and Thrombosis

    Click here to learn about how travel can increase your risk of developing dangerous blood clots.

  • 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.

  • Pregnancy and Thrombosis

    Pregnancy and Thrombosis

    Click here to learn about how pregnancy can increase your risk of thrombosis.

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Donate today

Donate today

Please help to make blood disorders a thing of the past. Every amount is vital to our research, no matter how large or small. Read more

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Published: 18th February, 2020

Updated: 9th February, 2023

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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: 8th February, 2023

Author: Felicity Barnes

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