“I had no idea of the severity of my condition.” Bridget Read more
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. Read more
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. Read more
“As a result of my life-altering experience, I have a passion to see advancements in translational medical research into blood disorders and cutting-edge clinical trials that can usher in new treatments and therapies for people living with blood disorders,” - David Sneddon, PBI CEO Read more
Your continuous support and dedicated following of PBI is transforming the lives of people suffering from blood-related health conditions. Every amount is vital to our research, no matter how large or small - donate today! Read more
"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
No one wants to face it; I didn't look like a cancer patient. Read more
“I said to my wife, I’ve done this so many times, I’ve had so many scans and they couldn’t find anything and this time they did” Read more
Alongside her team, Kathryn will participate in the HBF Run for a Reason in memory of her gentle, supportive, and caring son, Graham. Read more
Raising awareness about blood related health issues
We are raising money in memory of our boy who we lost suddenly from pulmonary embolism on the 14 December 2022. We then found out he had Factor Five Leiden, as do myself and my youngest daughter. We will forever choose to raise awareness and continue to raise funds to aid research in honour of our beautiful boy.
TTP survivor wanting to give back