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Significant days of the year 2022

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: 27th September, 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: 31st March, 2023

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: 31st March, 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: 19th May, 2023

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: 31st March, 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: 31st March, 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: 31st March, 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: 31st March, 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: 31st March, 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: 31st March, 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: 18th July, 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 March, 2023

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 Giovanni to live with their rare blood disorders, while discovering new ground-breaking research at the same time. Read more

Published: 28th February, 2022

Updated: 19th May, 2023

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: 31st March, 2023

Author: Felicity Barnes

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  • World Heart Day 2023

    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

    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.

  • Blood Cancer Awareness Month 2023

    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.

  • Lymphoma

    Lymphoma

    Lymphoma or lymphatic cancer is a disease which attacks white blood cells and affects not only the organs associated with the lymphatic system but can impact other organs in the body. Here we provide some background information associated with this type of blood cancer.

Most read

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Travel and Thrombosis

    Travel and Thrombosis

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

  • Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome

    Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome

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

  • 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

  • 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: 8th May, 2023

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SUPERNOVA clinical trial

SUPERNOVA clinical trial

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

Published: 3rd July, 2023

Updated: 2nd August, 2023

Author: Gina Rodgers

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PBI celebrates 10 Year Anniversary!

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

Published: 4th July, 2023

Updated: 21st September, 2023

Author: Bec Morgan

Graham Wild

Graham Wild

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

Published: 13th July, 2023

Updated: 14th September, 2023

Author: Jacqui Le

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