World Thrombosis Day
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Global, year-long movement to build #bloodclot #awareness. Share info & take part in the campaign at https://t.co/PZlgcYy4jk #MoveAgainstThrombosis #WTDay24
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World Thrombosis Day is proud to recognize #bloodclot survivors and patients. We are proud to celebrate you on October 13. We know it isn't always easy and some days are harder than others. On those days, remember you ARE a fighter. You ARE strong. You CAN do it. #WTDay19
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Did you see this video from our US Patient Advocate @ijustine? She experienced a #bloodclot earlier this year and is working with #WTDay22 to raise awareness of #thrombosis. #WorldThrombosisDay.
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Learn about the signs and symptoms of venous thromboembolism (VTE) to keep life flowing.
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#MyClotStory: Rebecca Bushell's life has been affected in both negative and positive ways after her clot. She has realized how short life can be and has changed her whole outlook and she is much more resilient. #WTDay19 #KnowThrombosis #KeepLifeFlowing
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I am Sam Perry, World Thrombosis Day campaign manager and I am honored to share #MyClotStory. I want to all #bloodclot survivors to know that they are strong and resilient and most importantly, not alone. 😘. #WTDay19 is here to support you and to help you #KeepLifeFlowing.
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Learn about the signs and symptoms of thrombosis to keep life flowing.
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Save the date for this year's premier World Thrombosis Day activities! 🌟 Mark your calendar for #WTDay19 and learn more at
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Today is #WorldThrombosisDay! 🎉🎉🎉. More than 2,000 partners from 100+ countries unite today to recognize #WTDay19. With 1 in 4 people worldwide dying from conditions caused by thrombosis, let's cont. to improve awareness & prevention. Thank YOU for being part of the movement!
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Did you know that WTD takes place every year on Oct. 13, the birthday of Rudolf Virchow, who was a pioneer in the pathophysiology of thrombosis. Let's all wish Dr. Virchow a happy 199th birthday! #WTDay20
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Join the World Thrombosis Day campaign and join over 1,500 partners from around the world 🌎 raise awareness of #bloodclots. Find an event near you today! ..#WTDay19 #KnowThrombosis #KeepLifeFlowing
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We have received so many wonderful stories from #bloodclot survivors and World Thrombosis Day is proud to share the experience of all the warriors out there! #MyClotStory and you could see yours on the WTD social networks. #WTDay19 #KnowThrombosis
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Thank you to @SCInternacional for lighting up in red and blue to recognize #WTDay21 and to raise awareness of thrombosis. #WorldThrombosisDay.
Beira-Rio está iluminado em vermelho e azul nesta noite em alusão ao Dia Mundial de Conscientização da Trombose que ocorre na quarta. Data foi instituída com o objetivo de alertar a população sobre os riscos e formas de prevenção à doença. Saiba mais: ❤️💙
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The #WTDay19 Webinar is just around the corner - Register now for Top 3 Considerations for the Prevention Hospital-Associated VTE featuring moderator @MaryCushmanMD and speaker Dr. Jeff Weitz. 10 Oct. 10:00 a.m. (EST-US).Co-hosted by @isth & @CDC_NCBDDD .
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World Thrombosis Day wants to hear your #bloodclot story to help others #KnowThrombosis and to bring greater global awareness of the condition. Share your story today and be part of the #MyClotStory campaign today! .#WTDay19 #KeepLifeFlowing
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#MyClotStory: Casey Spotswood suffered 3 Pulmonary Embolisms at 25, followed by a VTE at 33. She stays positive and talks about what she has gone through to help others understand this somewhat invisible condition. #WTDay19 #KnowThrombosis #KeepLifeFlowing .@kc8413
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And if you want to hear more from @iJustine, join us tonight at 7 p.m. (US-ET) as we learn more about her #bloodclot experience LIVE on YouTube and Facebook. Join on YT here: .(and subscribe while you are at it!). #WorldThrombosisDay #WTDAy22
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World Thrombosis Day is coming up on Oct. 13 and to celebrate we are giving away #prizes every day leading up to #WTDay19. Keep an eye on social media for your chance to #WIN some awesome prizes. and who doesn't love prizes?. #KnowThrombosis #Giveaway
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Being proactive is one of the easy ways that you can help prevent hospital-associated #bloodclots. Learn more about how you can keep yourself protected from clots during the WTD 2019 Webinar on 10 Oct. Register TODAY:. #WTDay19 .@CDC_NCBDDD
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#MyClotStory: Claire Newins just celebrated her 20 year anniversary of her DVT and PE diagnosis. She now appreciates life more and is more aware of the factors that increase risk and try to avoid them as best she can. #WTDay19
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It's #WorldThrombosisDay! Today we shine a global spotlight on thrombosis as an urgent & growing health problem. Participate in one of our global events, post on social media & help us reduce the death and disability caused by #thrombosis. #WTDay22 #BloodClots #MedTwitter
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Do you want to join the movement this week to support #WorldThrombosisDay? Here are a few simple ways to get involved no matter where you live! #WTDay19
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#MyClotStory: Todd Robertson is a rock star. He's had 5 DVTs and 1 massive near fatal PE, but that has not slowed him down or stopped him from living his life to the fullest and becoming a champion for #bloodclot awareness. #KeepLifeFlowing #WTDay19 #Survivor
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Let your voice be heard during the World Thrombosis Day #ClotChat on Oct 9! Join the discussion about #bloodclots for #WTDay19 with celebrity guest @AliKrieger and host @GwynneMP. @EverydayHealth @EIUPerspectives @MedscapeCME
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ONE DAY LEFT to submit nominations for the World Thrombosis Day 2019 Ambassador of the Year. Recognize a thrombosis advocate who raises awareness of #bloodclots today for this prestigious award. #WTDay19 #KnowThrombosis #KeepLifeFlowing
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#MyClotStory: Clarissa Street had a bilateral pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis in her groin at 17. She was on an oral contraceptive pill and breathing in caused severe pain just above her ribs on one side. #Survivor #WTDay19 #KeepLifeFlowing @clarissastreet
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Excited about chatting with soccer star @alikrieger and UK Member of Parliament @GwynneMP during the #WTDay19 Twitter Chat on Oct. 9? 🙋♀️. 📅 Add it to your calendar using the link here:. @alikrieger @EverydayHealth @EIUPerspectives @MedscapeCME
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.@bhwords shares her thoughts on the importance of women and girls in science for International Day of Women and Girls in Science. #WomenInScience #WomenInSTEM #WomeninScienceDay #WTDay22
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Learn about the signs and symptoms of atrial fibrillation (AFib) to keep life flowing.
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Learn about the signs and symptoms of pulmonary embolism (PE) to keep life flowing.
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We are excited to have @iJustine join us tonight for a YouTube and Facebook Live to recognize #WorldThrombosisDay. Join us tonight at 7 p.m. (US-ET) for this special event. #WTDay22.
Today is World Thrombosis day! I started this year off not knowing what “thrombosis” was and now I’m the US Patient advocate. You can never be too sure when a health scare can completely change your life 🙏🏻🩸. Take a quick read to know the symptoms:
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Make sure that your hospital has an established official VTE protocol.
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Congratulations to World Thrombosis Day Steering Committee Chair @bhwords for being awarded an Office or the Most Excellence Order of the British Empire in the Queen's Birthday Honours List 2019 for her service to medicine. #WTDay19 #KeepLifeFlowing #KnowThrombosis
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#MyClotStory: Laura de Graaf was taking birth control pills and she started to feel pain in her left leg, followed by a bad headache. When she went to the hospital, she was diagnosed with venous thromboembolism (#VTE). #WTDay19 #KnowThrombosis #KeepLifeFlowing
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Today is World Thrombosis Day! Let's unite to Move Against Thrombosis and raise awareness about preventing blood clots. Together, we can make a life-saving impact! #WTDay23 #MoveAgainstThrombosis
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Watch clip from NEW #WTDay17 survivor video to celebrate & recognize the faces of #thrombosis worldwide. Full video:
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Talk about a group of all stars!!! ⭐️⭐️ We are so grateful for the support of these incredible woman who are dedicated to raising awareness of #bloodclots. #ISTH2022 #WTDay22 @ThrombosisIrL @annmarieo9 @doctormclintock @fniainle
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Stop deadly #bloodclots! Know the facts. See the signs? See your doctor. #CountdowntoWTDay21 #WTDay21
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Be a champion of increased thrombosis research funding.
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Learn about the signs and symptoms of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) to keep life flowing.
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Download our resources and spread the word with your colleagues and community.
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World Thrombosis Day is honored to share these photos of Christ the Redeemer lit up in recognition of #WTDay21 to raise awareness of thrombosis. Together, we can help reduce the death and disability caused by #bloodclots. #WorldThrombosisDay.
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Today is #WorldThrombosisDay! What is #thrombosis? The formation of a blood clot in a blood vessel. Why does it matter? 1 in 4 people are dying from conditions associated w/ thrombosis. But, it is often preventable if you are aware. #WTDay18 #KnowThrombosis #KeepLifeFlowing
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There are many ways to join the countdown to #WorldThrombosisDay on 13 October. Click LIKE if you plan to participate. Learn more and access all resources at #KnowThrombosis #KeepLifeFlowing #AwarenessMatters #Awareness #Thrombosis #ClotChat #Bloodclots
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SNEAK PEEK: @CMichaelGibson shares top reasons why you should register for #WTDay17 webinar! Sign up: @CDC_NCBDDD
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ICYMI: @isth recommends all eligible adults continue to receive the #COVID19 vaccine, despite recent decisions by some countries to at least temporarily suspend the use of the #AstraZeneca vaccine due to reports of #thrombosis. Read the full statement:
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Patients with cancer are at four times higher risk than the general population of developing serious blood clots. It's a startling fact; but important to know if you or a loved one is undergoing treatment for cancer. For more information on cancer-associated thrombosis, visi .
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NEW! We're so excited to share this FUN animated graphic for #WTDay16! Pls RT! Great visual reminder to #KnowThrombosis & #KeepLifeFlowing!
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#WorldThrombosisDay is thrilled to introduce you to our 2022 Twitter Ambassadors. Follow along as we raise awareness of #thrombosis all week leading up to #WTDay22. @MettineBos @pedrohlascasas @aakonc @MiddeldorpS @JoMitchell88 @joshuamuia @fniainle @OmidSeidi @AmandaUnsworth1
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Pulmonary embolism is a sudden blockage in a lung artery. The blockage usually is caused by a blood clot that travels to the lung from a vein in the leg, known as deep vein thrombosis. Know the signs and symptoms and seek medical attention if you experience any of them. #WTDay22
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The big day is here. it's World Thrombosis Day! 🎉🌟🤩 There are so many ways to get involved today to raise awareness. Share materials on social media, tell loved ones about the campaign, post a selfie, participate in a virtual activity. the ideas are endless! #WTDay20
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Thank you to each and every #WorldThrombosisDay supporter at every level of support. We appreciate your collaboration, support and enthusiasm to build awareness and help save lives #StopDeadlyClots #WTDay19 #KnowThrombosis
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📣 Attention Patients on Anticoagulants:📣 @bhwords and WTD partners @ThrombosisUK provided the following update on the #COVID-19 vaccination for patients on anticoagulants. To read the full statement, visit//bit.ly/30GbhN3
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Thank you to our more than 1,500 partners from around the world who are building awareness today for #WTDay18 and all year long about the serious condition of #thrombosis. Together we are making a difference and helping to save lives!
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#MyClotStory: Amy Walsh was 25 when she suffered a CVST at her uncle's birthday party. She stays positive, stays active and stays focused - especially when it comes to her health. #WTDay19 #Survivor #KnowThrombosis
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World Thrombosis Day would like to thank our wonderful Twitter Ambassadors for #WTDay21. A special thank you to: @GBarnesMD, @_MatthewCormier,@connors_md,@LanaCastellucci, @fniainle, @CeciliGuillermo, @JTHjournal, @RPTHjournal and @isth. We appreciate your support!
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If you are on #bloodthinners (anticoagulants) do NOT stop taking them if you are diagnosed with #COVID-19. Please share this message! . #WTDay20
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The @isth and WTD recommend that all eligible adults, including those taking anticoagulants, to receive their #COVID19 vaccines. See below for the full statement and additional information for those on #bloodthinners. #WTDay21.
The ISTH recommends all eligible adults continue to receive the #COVID19 vaccine, despite recent decisions by some countries to at least temporarily suspend the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine due to reports of thrombosis. Read the full statement here:
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Have you experienced a blood clot? Are you currently on #anticoagulants? Please don't stop taking them! . See this important reminder below 👇. #thrombosis #bloodclot #covid19 #coronavirus #bloodthinners #reminder
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Cecilia Guillermo, M.D. shares the importance of International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Guillermo is Professor, Physician and Coordinator of the Hemostasis and Thrombosis Unit in Montevideo, Uruguay. #WTDay23 #OjoConLaTrombosis #WomenInScience @CatedralHemato
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We are deeply saddened by the death of Claire McLintock, MD. As a founding member of the World Thrombosis Day Steering Committee & incoming chair, Claire led w/ tireless passion, enthusiasm & dedication. We share our condolences & express our gratitude for her many contributions.
We regret to share that Claire McLintock (@doctormclintock), passed away on December 23, 2022. Claire served the @ISTH in many positions, including as ISTH President from 2018-2020. She was a brilliant, bright light and will be greatly missed. Read more:
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Plan to join the #ClotChat to learn important, life-saving information regarding #thrombosis (#bloodclots). Join us Friday at 10:00 a.m. U.S. EST and engage with our experts, @CMichaelGibson and @DeanRaskob as well as co-hosts @MedscapeCME, @EverydayHealth, and @EIUPerspectives
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As 2022 comes to a close, we would like to extend a special thank you to our Steering Committee Chair @bhwords for the leadership and guidance. We are grateful to the time and effort that you continue to put into making #WorldThrombosisDay a success. #WTDay22
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📣 📣 ATTENTION PATIENTS ON BLOOD THINNERS: . Do not stop taking your anticoagulants if you acquire COVID-19. Blood thinners help prevent #bloodclots and slow down the time for a clot to form. Continue your medication and talk to your doctor with any questions. #WTDay20
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📣 Attention Patients on Anticoagulants:📣 @bhwords and WTD partners @ThrombosisUK provided the following update on the #COVID-19 vaccination for patients on anticoagulants. To read the full statement,visit//bit.ly/30GbhN3 .#WTDay21
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We would like to extend a special thank you to our Twitter Ambassadors. Thank you for your support during #WTDay22! You are appreciated! @MettineBos @pedrohlascasas @aakonc @MiddeldorpS @JoMitchell88 @joshuamuia @fniainle @OmidSeidi @AmandaUnsworth1 @RPTHjournal @JTHjournal
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Thank you to our expert panel for today's #WTDay22 webinar on VTE risk assessment & prevention co-hosted w/ @CDC_NCBDDD! The key takeaway: It is essential that every hospital has a VTE prevention protocol. @CurnowJenny @AnderCohen @bhwords @doctormclintock Stefano Barco @fniainle
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Why is #WorldThrombosisDay on 13 Oct? Because it's the birthday of Rudolf Virchow, pioneer in the pathophysiology of #thrombosis. A German physician, pathologist, biologist & anthropologist, Virchow developed the concept of thrombosis & advanced understanding of this condition
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Exciting News! 🎉 #WorldThrombosisDay is honored to be showcased in the September edition of @JTHJournal, as we celebrate our 10th anniversary. 🎈 Check out our guest editorial as we reflect on this journey together! #WTDay23.@ISTH
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#WorldStrokeDay is coming up next Monday, Oct. 29, and we're looking forward to raising awareness with our #stroke partners about #AFib related stroke and what we can do to help save lives together. Join us! #IWillAgain #WTDay18
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In the news today via @medpagetoday: Recent @JACCJournals paper cited with @thrombosisday steering committee members @bhwords and @AlexSpyropoul included in the piece. #COVID19 #Thrombosis . Link:
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BREAKING 🗞️ World Thrombosis Day campaign proudly welcomes six new global thrombosis experts to scientific steering committee @stebarco @LanaCastellucci @GabrielaCesarm3 @PaulaErich #MertDumantepe #MariaCeciliaGuillermo #WTDay20 #WorldThrombosisDay
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We are excited to reveal the winners of #WTDay23 Global Advocacy Awards! 🏆️..Congrats to @annmarieo9 (Ireland), @AnticoagForum (U.S.), MedExpert (Ukraine) and honorable mention to National VTE Prevention Program (China). .Learn more:
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NEW: We're excited to welcome 7 new members to the #WTDay22 Steering Committee: @Cihan_Ay_MD (Austria) @connors_md (USA) @MarcSamama (France), Lai Heng Lee (Singapore), Helen Okoye (Nigeria), Eriko Morishita (Japan) & @gutwrencher (USA). More:
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TODAY is the day🎊🎉!! It's officially #WorldThrombosisDay. Share this post to flood everyone's timeline and spread awareness! #WTDay24 @Regeneron
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Prof Beverley Hunt, chair of the #WTDay20 Steering Committee & founder of Thrombosis UK was presented with her OBE at Buckingham Palace yesterday. Huge congratulations & thanks to Prof Hunt OBE for her work to protect those at risk or who have suffered from a thrombotic event.
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Immobility is one of the top risk factors in developing #bloodclots so it is important to move to keep the blood circulating. If you are at home for long periods of time, don't be afraid to get up and dance. #WTDay20 #EyesOpenToThrombosis
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Check it out! The Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth, England illuminated in red for World Thrombosis Day on behalf of @ThrombosisUK!. #WTDay23 #WorldThrombosisDay #MoveAgainstThrombosis
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World Thrombosis Day wishes you a happy and healthy 2020! It is a new year and an opportunity to change lives and make a difference - how are you planning on helping others #KnowThrombosis this year? .#WTDay2020
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Proud 2 welcome @CMichaelGibson for #WTDay17 webinar speaker! He is Founder of @wikidoc, Prof at @harvardmed & among 'America's Top Doctors'
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We're honored to share the World Thrombosis Day campaign has won the @PRSA 2022 Silver Anvil Award for Excellence in Global Communications! Thank you to the #WTDay22 community for its support & leaders @bhwords @doctormclintock. Read more about the award:
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"The risk for thrombosis varies widely among patients with cancer," says @aakonc. Read Dr. Khorana's thoughts on the association between #cancer and #thrombosis (#CAT). Learn more at and #WTDay21 .@CancerClot
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NEW: We're excited to announce the winners of the #WTDay20 global advocacy awards. Congratulations to @ThrombosisIrL for the WTD Activity of the Year Award! We're also very proud to recognize WTD 2020 Ambassador of the Year Federica Fedele of Italy. More:
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#WTDay19 Countdown: 1 day to go! 🕑. Did you know that you can participate in #WorldThrombosisDay no matter where you live? Support the movement on your favorite social media channels. Spread awareness, share your story, and educate others!
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WTD welcomes Lana Castellucci, M.D., MSc as the 2023-24 WTD Steering Committee Chair. An Associate Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at @uOttawa & Scientist at @OttawaHospital, Dr. Castellucci will lead the campaign in its 10th year. @ThrombosisCan
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A live look from today's #WTDay21 global steering committee meeting. Our committee is comprised of scientific and medical experts from 15 countries. Thank you to our committee members for their leadership and dedication!
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BIG news: Today we celebrate 1,000 campaign partners! In 2014, we had 175 & cont to grow via YOUR support! Let's make #WTDay17 the best yet!
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The World Thrombosis Day Scientific Steering Committee has been busy today planning for #WTDay23 and beyond. The Steering Committee is comprised of medical experts representing many countries around the world. We are excited for a great year ahead!
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It's here! The 10th anniversary of #WorldThrombosisDay! Join us today as we raise awareness of #bloodclots around the globe! #WTDay23
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#ISTH2022 Fun Fact: Did you know that the ISTH 2022 Congress Chair @bhwords is also the Steering Committee Chair of #WorldThrombosisDay? Thank you for all your hard work, Prof. Hunt! #WTDay22 #WorldThrombosisDay
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