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.
Being overweight and obesity are known risk factors for several chronic health conditions. Professor Baker discusses the which effect excess body weight can have on your blood flow. Read more
It is a known fact that air travel can cause blood clots. Here Professor Ross Baker talks to the Medical Forum magazine about some additional information which may be useful. 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
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
Perth mum and Stirling resident Samantha Minniti has a blood condition so rare that she is pretty much one in a million. Read more
Wanneroo local Giovanni 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
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
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