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Meet the Recepients of the 2024 NBCA Community Thrombassador Awards

On January 18, 2025, NBCA Community Thrombassadors – a network of patients and caregivers trained to spread blood clot education,…

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2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the Internation

2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, a milestone in the global effort to promote gender equality and women's empowerment.

Gender equality in science is crucial for building a better future for everyone, but women and girls continue to face systemic barriers and biases in pursuing scientific careers.

The National Blood Clot Alliance is proud to share that women make up 60% of our Council of Emerging Researchers in Thrombosis (CERT), a significantly higher number compared to the overall rate of women in STEM fields in the U.S., which is 34%.

Bravo to Dr. Dana Angelini and Dr. Rushad Patell, co-chairs of CERT, for leading this effort to help close the #gendergap in science!

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Our February PEP Talk on medica

HAPPENING TONIGHT: Our February PEP Talk on medical procedures and blood clots kicks off this evening at 7 p.m. ET.

Learn about the special precautions that people who are on an anticoagulant may need to take before surgical procedures to minimize bleeding risks while also preventing blood clots. The specific approach depends on the type of procedure, the individual’s risk factors, and the blood thinner they are taking.

We hope you can join us! Learn more and register at the link in bio.

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🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Season 2, Epis

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️

Season 2, Episode 6 of Taking a Breath: A Stop the Clot podcast is now available on all major podcast platforms.

In this episode, listeners hear from Loren Ridinger, entrepreneur and co-founder of Market America and shop.com.

In 2022, her husband and business partner of more than three decades, JR Ridinger, died of a pulmonary embolism while sailing on a yacht in Croatia.

Loren discusses her husband’s life and legacy as well as the launch of her new memoir, “Scrambled or Sunny Side Up? Living Your Best Life After Losing Your Greatest Love,” also out today (foreward written by Serena Williams).

Thank you, Loren, for courageously sharing your heartbreaking story and spreading much-needed blood clot awareness in JR’s memory. Your efforts will undoubtedly save lives and touch the hearts of countless others.

Listen at the link in bio or wherever you get your podcasts.

@lorenridinger @shopcom @marketamerica @serenawilliams

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It’s often necessary to undergo medical procedur

It’s often necessary to undergo medical procedures to maintain your health, but people who take blood thinners or at increased clotting risk may need to take extra precautions before/after procedures such as:

- Dental work
- LASIK surgery
- Colonoscopies
- Biopsies
- IUD insertion
- Joint injections

Join us for our next PEP Talk TOMORRW, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. ET to understand how routine medical interventions like these influence clotting risks, how anticoagulation management varies based on your medication and dosage, and learn practical strategies to navigate procedures safely. We hope you’ll join us!

Register at the link in bio.

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A series of circumstances — childbirth, surgery,

A series of circumstances — childbirth, surgery, and COVID-19 — resulted in Vanessa experiencing a DVT and PE in 2022. Swipe through to read her story. Plus, register at the link in bio for tomorrow night’s PEP Talk, where we discuss medical procedures and blood clots: bit.ly/Feb2025PEPTalk (link in bio)

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HAPPENING TOMORROW: Medical Procedures and Blood

HAPPENING TOMORROW: Medical Procedures and Blood Clots — What You Need to Know

If you take blood thinners or have a history of blood clots, routine medical procedures may require extra planning to ensure your safety.

Join us tomorrow evening, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. ET, for our next patient-led PEP Talk to explore how medical interventions can impact clotting risks and what steps you can take to protect yourself. Dr. Jacob Cogan, hematologist at the University of Minnesota, will join us to discuss:

- How common procedures may affect blood clot risk.
- Key questions to ask your doctor before undergoing a procedure.
- Best practices for managing anticoagulation before and after treatment.
- Signs of potential complications and when to seek medical help.

Why This Matters:

Your health decisions should be informed and empowered. Whether you're planning for a procedure now or simply want to be prepared for the future, this session will provide expert insights and practical guidance to help you navigate your care with confidence.

📅 Register at the link in bio.

P.S.: If you can’t attend the live event, register to receive the recording in your inbox.

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Tomorrow on the podcast: @lorenridinger opens up a

Tomorrow on the podcast: @lorenridinger opens up about the devastating loss of her husband of 36 years and business partner, JR. Together, they founded @MarketAmerica and @SHOPcom. When JR died of a pulmonary embolism in 2022, Loren was forced to navigate overwhelming grief while trying to maintain the legacy they built together.

In the latest episode of Taking a Breath: A Stop the Clot podcast, which drops tomorrow, Feb. 11, Loren tells her story and how she finds the strength to keep moving forward through grief.

“I knew something was wrong, but I didn’t know what,” Loren said. “I tortured myself. Why didn’t I catch this, and why aren’t we aren’t we giving more education?”

Subscribe to our podcast wherever you get your podcasts and listen to Loren’s powerful story tomorrow! Link to the podcast is in our bio.

#stoptheclot #bloodclots #vte #takingabreath #bloodclotpodcast #bloodclotawareness #bloodcloteducation #fatalpe #pulmonaryembolism #marketamerica #lorenridinger #jrridinger #jrforever #griefjourney #scrambledorsunnysideup

Good luck to @Trey_Smith and the Kansas City @Chie

Good luck to @Trey_Smith and the Kansas City @Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX!

Trey, your journey as a blood clot survivor continues to inspire us all. Your resilience, strength, and dedication—both on and off the field—make a lasting impact, bringing awareness to blood clots and offering hope to countless patients.

We’re cheering you on with full hearts and immense gratitude. Go Chiefs!

#stoptheclot #superbowlLIX #treysmith #kansascitychiefs #biggame #bloodclotsurvivor #pesurvivor #resilience #football #americanfootball #bloodclotawareness

If you or a loved one has experienced a blood clot

If you or a loved one has experienced a blood clot, we want to hear from you.

March is Blood Clot Awareness Month and we’re highlighting how patients and families, the medical community, and the public all have a role to play when it comes to preventing, diagnosing, and treating blood clots.

Because blood clot symptoms present differently and often mimic other conditions, this can lead to delays in diagnosis. Sharing your story can help others know when to seek life-saving treatment as well as offer much-needed comfort.

Be an advocate for awareness — your story is your strength!

Share your story at the link in bio.

#stoptheclot #bcam2025 #bloodclotawarenessmonth #bloodclots #vte #pe #dvt #deepveinthrombosis #pulmonaryembolism #patientstory #bloodclotstory #bloodclotawareness

Getting back to exercise after a blood clot? You'r

Getting back to exercise after a blood clot? You're not alone!

Recovery can feel overwhelming, but movement is key to staying healthy. Our 100,000 Reasons Challenge in March is a great way to ease back into activity safely while honoring the 100,000 lives lost to blood clots each year.

During this Challenge, we’re tracking active minutes. That means you can participate by moving any way you wish: using gym equipment like the rowing machine, elliptical, or weights; walking your dog; doing yoga, Pilates, or barre; or even dancing.

No matter how you stay active, every bit of physical activity counts toward recovery and prevention, says Dr. Jean Connors, hematologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.

Sign up now at the link in bio and take the first step back to health while making a meaningful difference.

#stoptheclot #BloodClotAwarenessMonth2025 #100KReasonsChallenge #100KReasonsChallenge2025 #RaceToStopTheClot #bloodclotawareness #bloodclotpatient #bloodclotsurvivor #movetostoptheclot

Swipe through to read about Lauren, who was a heal

Swipe through to read about Lauren, who was a healthy college senior until a sudden back pain led to an unexpected diagnosis: a pulmonary embolism and DVT. She's sharing her journey to remind others to listen to their bodies and advocate for their health.

Read more patient stories at the link in bio.

#stoptheclot #bloodclots #vte #birthcontrol #estrogen #knowyourrisk #pulmonaryembolism #deepveinthrombosis #pe #dvt #bloodclotsurvivor #bloodclotawareness #bloodcloteducation

🔴 PEP Talk: Medical Procedures & Blood Clots 🔴

If you're on a blood thinner or have a history of blood clots, you may have questions about how medical procedures—including joint injections, endoscopies, cyst removal, and dental work—affect your bleeding risk.

Join us Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. ET for our patient-led discussion featuring our clinical guest, Dr. Jacob Cogan of the University of Minnesota.

📅 Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. ET

🔗 Register at the link in bio.

P.S.: If you can’t attend the live event, register to receive the recording in your inbox.

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Blood clots are a public health crisis—yet aware

Blood clots are a public health crisis—yet awareness remains dangerously low. Every year in the U.S.:

🔴 900,000 people are affected by blood clots (DVT/PE).

⚠️ 100,000 lives are lost—more than breast cancer, HIV, and car crashes combined.

Despite these staggering numbers, many people don’t know the signs and symptoms of blood clots until it’s too late.

Advocating for national awareness and federal funding for blood clots is a complex process that requires efforts at the federal, state, and local levels. That’s why we need YOUR help!

Here are two powerful ways you can get involved:

1. Advocate for Federal Funding – Your voice can make a significant impact. Help secure critical funding by reaching out to your local Congressional representatives and pushing for support for blood clot prevention and education funding. A huge thank you to all who have already submitted requests—let’s keep the momentum going! More at the link in bio.

2. Submit a Request for a State Proclamation – Advocate for your state to declare March as Blood Clot Awareness Month and raise awareness right where you live. Proclamations have already been confirmed in Georgia, South Carolina, New Mexico, and Texas —but we need to keep this going!

Remember, these proclamations are valid for only one year, so they must be requested and renewed annually in each state. We need your help to ensure every state is involved! ✅ Email advocacy@stoptheclot.org to connect with us on steps to take to get BCAM recognized in your state.

Too many lives are being lost unnecessarily from this silent killer. By making blood clot awareness a priority at the state and federal levels, we can drive education, encourage early detection, and save lives.

#stoptheclot #BloodClotAwarenessMonth #BCAM2025 #bloodclotawareness #bloodcloteducation #bloodclotprevention #stateresolutions

Tilly was repeatedly misdiagnosed with nerve damag

Tilly was repeatedly misdiagnosed with nerve damage when she first sought medical attention for the symptoms she was experiencing. Swipe through to read her story and the message she has for other blood clot survivors.

Read more patient stories at the link in bio.

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Did you know that 1 in 5 blood clots are due to ca

Did you know that 1 in 5 blood clots are due to cancer and some of its treatments?

Today is World Cancer Day, a day to unite the world in the fight against cancer under the same banner.

This year’s theme is “United by Unique” which places patients and people at the center of care and their stories at the heart of the conversation.

At the link in bio, learn more about how to protect your health during cancer treatments and listen to episodes of our podcast related to cancer and blood clots.

#stoptheclot #worldcancerday #cancerawareness #sharetostoptheclot #cancer #cancerandbloodclots #cancersucks #bloodclots #bloodclotprevention #bloodclotawareness #knowyourrisk #stoptheclotspreadtheword

@trey_smith of the Kansas City @Chiefs reflects on

@trey_smith of the Kansas City @Chiefs reflects on his 2018 blood clot diagnosis.

As he gears up for his third consecutive Super Bowl this weekend, join us as we rally behind Trey, wishing him good luck and saying “thank you” for being an advocate and voice for those who have suffered from blood clots and their loved ones. Knowledge is power!

Join our community of blood clot survivors, loved ones, and advocates in our 100,000 Reasons Challenge in remembrance of the 100,000 Americans who lose their lives annually to blood clots. Learn more about the Challenge and sign up at the link in bio. (bit.ly/100kReasons2025)

#stoptheclot #bloodclots #dvt #pulmonaryembolism #deepveinthrombosis #bloodclotsurvivor #treysmith #kansascitychiefs #nfl #SuperBowlLIX #chiefskingdom #NBCAandTrey #MovetoStoptheClot #BCAM #BloodclotAwarenessMonth #BCAM2025

👉 Swipe left to follow Donna's journey: from a

👉 Swipe left to follow Donna's journey: from a slip and fall on ice, through three days in the ICU, to coping with lingering PTSD—and how finding NBCA has been a crucial part of her healing.

More patient stories at the link in bio.

#stoptheclot #stoptheclotstory #bloodclots #vte #antiphosopholipidsyndrome #aps #pulmonaryembolism #pe #bloodclotsurvivor #bloodclotpatient #bloodclotawareness #swipeleft

🚶‍♀️🏃‍♂️March is Blood Clot Awar

🚶‍♀️🏃‍♂️March is Blood Clot Awareness Month—let’s move for a lifesaving cause!

Sign up for the 5th Annual 100,000 Reasons Challenge, a 31-day movement challenge honoring the 100,000 lives lost to blood clots each year. Every step, mile, and effort helps raise awareness and prevent future tragedies.

How it works:

✔️ Choose any activity—walk, run, bike, swim, or move your way.

✔️ Set personal movement and fundraising goals.

✔️ Raise awareness and support life-saving education and research.

The challenge kicks off March 1—but you can set up your page and start fundraising any time. Let’s make every move count!

👉 At the link in bio, sign up to secure early registration pricing! (bit.ly/100kReasons2025)

#stoptheclot #BloodClotAwarenessMonth2025 #100KReasonsChallenge #100KReasonsChallenge2025 #RaceToStopTheClot #bloodclotawareness #bloodclotpatient #bloodclotsurvivor

Shannon’s father, Marcus, was diagnosed with duo

Shannon’s father, Marcus, was diagnosed with duodenal cancer in April 2024 and underwent chemotherapy. Months later, he developed a PE and DVT, but was misdiagnosed, and died from cardiac arrest. Through her grief, Shannon discovered that cancer patients face heightened risks blood clots—risks that are often overlooked. This story serves as a powerful reminder of the need for greater awareness and advocacy.

If you or a loved one have undergone cancer treatment, were you told of the increased risk for blood clots?

Learn more about how cancer and blood clots can intersect at the link in bio.

#stoptheclot #bloodclots #CAT #cancerassociatedthrombosis #cancerandbloodclots #cardiacarrest #pulmonaryembolism #pe #deepveinthrombosis #dvt #fatalpe #bloodclotawareness #bloodcloteducation

In the latest issue of Endovascular Today, NBCA Vo

In the latest issue of Endovascular Today, NBCA Volunteer President Leslie Lake discusses patient advocacy and collaboration with Dr. Suresh Vedantham, a member of NBCA’s Medical and Scientific Advisory Board.

The discussion explores the unique collaboration between this patient-led organization and physicians, highlighting the importance of cross-education, where patients and clinicians learn from each other across various NBCA programs to improve patient care and outcomes.

Lake explains how NBCA’s clinically-backed resources, including the New Patient Resource Guide and monthly PEP Talk webinars, help to address gaps in patient care.

“Being a patient gives you a very different perspective versus that of a clinician,” said Lake, who is a pulmonary embolism survivor herself. “We engage our patient community to truly understand their experience and where gaps in care may have occurred, and we answer their questions in a nonclinical way so they can be more easily understood.”

Read the article to gain insights into how patient-driven advocacy and physician collaboration are transforming blood clot care and improving outcomes for patients nationwide at the link in bio.

#stoptheclot #endovasculartoday #bloodclotpatientcare #bloodclots #patientadvocacy #bloodclotsurvivor #bloodclotpatient #pulmonaryembolism #deepvein thrombosis #vte

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