Thrombosis Australia

Thrombosis Australia is a central information and resource hub for the community proudly brought to you by the Perth Blood Institute

Our Thrombosis Australia Advisory Panel consists of seven eminent Australian healthcare professionals.

If you are a healthcare professional you can access the Thrombosis Australia Professionals site here:

Acknowledgements

We are grateful for the support of our donors, partners and collaborators who are helping us in our mission to prevent, treat and cure blood disorders.

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World Heart Day 2023

September 29th is World Heart Day. It is important to KNOW your heart and TAKE CARE of your heart.
In memory of Graham

Graham Wild, a passionate 15-year-old boy with a deep love for nature and animals, he had dreams of running an animal sanctuary. After returning from a trip to see his dad, Graham started to have trouble breathing and his health rapidly deteriorated. Despite urgent medical attention, his heart stopped, and he couldn't be revived. Graham's mother Kathryn would like to share his story.
Factor V Leiden

Factor V Leiden (FVL) is a genetic mutation, which increases the possibility of blood clots. People with FVL who develop abnormal blood can have long-lasting serious health issues.
Blood Cancer Awareness Month 2023

Blood cancers are a complex group of cancers which can affect anyone, at any age, and at any time throughout their lives. September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month and here we present some information about this type of cancer.

Perth Blood Institute

The Perth Blood Institute (PBI) is dedicated to preventing, treating, and curing blood disorders. To learn more about PBI click here.
Mission, vision, and values

Click here to read about the mission statement, vision, and values of the Thrombosis Australia Initiative.
Ambassadors

Click here to learn more about our ambassadors at Thrombosis Australia.
Advisory Panel

We have established an advisory panel to provide oversight and direction to Thrombosis Australia, to ensure that the information we provide is current and accurate.
History of Thrombosis Australia

While many similar national resources are available in the other countries, until now there has been no similar resource in Australia. Click here to learn more about the inception of Thrombosis Australia.
Advisory Panel

We have established an advisory panel to provide oversight and direction to Thrombosis Australia, to ensure that the information we provide is current and accurate.

What is thrombosis?

Click here to learn more about thrombosis.
What are DVT & PE?

Click here to learn more about DVT and PE.
Work and Thrombosis

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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SUPERNOVA clinical trial

Perth Blood Institute (PBI) start new Australian-wide clinical trial – SUPERNOVA Read more

PBI celebrates 10 Year Anniversary!

"It is with your support that we have continued to grow over the past 10 years – to continue to advance medical discoveries and improve care for patients. " Professor Ross Baker Read more

Graham Wild, a passionate 15-year-old boy with a deep love for nature and animals, had dreams of running an animal sanctuary. After returning from a trip to see his dad, Graham started to have trouble breathing and his health rapidly deteriorated. Despite urgent medical attention, his heart stopped, and he couldn't be revived. Graham's mother Kathryn would like to share his story. Read more