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  • Happy one year anniversary to Thrombosis Australia!

    Happy one year anniversary to Thrombosis Australia!

    Wednesday 10 November, marks a very special milestone in PBI’s calendar as we celebrate the launch of Thrombosis Australia, the first initiative of its kind in Australia. Read more

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  2. Significant days

Significant days of the year

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

World Heart Day

World Heart Day

World Heart Day on September 29 is a day to raise awareness about heart disease and reduce global mortality from cardiovascular disease. Read more

Published: 26th September, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

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

World Patient Safety Day, 17 September 2022

World Patient Safety Day, 17 September 2022

Celebrate World Patient Safety Day 2022 with us. This year the focus is on medication safety. Read more

Published: 17th September, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Felicity Barnes

Happy National Science Week, 13–21 August 2022

Happy National Science Week, 13–21 August 2022

National Science Week provides an opportunity for us to acknowledge the contributions our research scientists have made to science. Read more

Published: 17th August, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Felicity Barnes

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. Read more

Published: 15th June, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Felicity Barnes

PBI celebrates International Clinical Trials Day, 20 May 2022

PBI celebrates International Clinical Trials Day, 20 May 2022

Today marks the day James Lind began the world's first clinical trial on scurvy in 1747, laying the groundwork for modern-day clinical research. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

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

April 17 is World Haemophilia Day 2022

April 17 is World Haemophilia Day 2022

Read about PBI's ground-breaking clinical trial leading to the discovery of a new life-changing treatment drug for people with haemophilia A. Read more

Published: 12th April, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

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

Celebrating International Women's Day 2022

Celebrating International Women's Day 2022

To celebrate International Women's Day this year we interviewed our Nurse Bronwyn who talks about her role and amazing achievements. Read more

Published: 8th March, 2022

Updated: 31st May, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

Celebrating Rare Disease Day

Celebrating Rare Disease Day

In recognition of Rare Disease Day this year, learn how PBI has helped Samie and John to live with their rare blood disorders, while discovering new ground-breaking research at the same time. Read more

Published: 28th February, 2022

Updated: 31st May, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

Women in Science

Women in Science

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Friday 11 February is an opportunity for us to celebrate our fantastic Research Medical Scientist, Grace Gilmore. Read more

Published: 10th February, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Felicity Barnes

Happy one year anniversary to Thrombosis Australia!

Happy one year anniversary to Thrombosis Australia!

Wednesday 10 November, marks a very special milestone in PBI’s calendar as we celebrate the launch of Thrombosis Australia, the first initiative of its kind in Australia. Read more

Published: 8th November, 2021

Updated: 31st May, 2022

Author: Felicity Barnes

Celebrating International Women's Day 2021

Celebrating International Women's Day 2021

To celebrate International Women's Day we interviewed our Research Nurse/Clinical Trial Coordinator, Shona. Shona talks about her role and the important people who have inspired her to take this path. Read more

Published: 8th March, 2021

Updated: 18th February, 2023

Author: Bec Morgan

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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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