February e-Newsletter | Listen to the Rhythm of Your Heart

…beat or arrhythmia, and a risk factor for …

DVT/PE Risk Versus THA/TKA Patient Awareness

DVT is widely recognized as a major risk factor

Died of a PE at 23: Anna’s Story

…clot would end her life, and it seemed beyond belief that Anna died on May 20, 2010 from a pulmonary embolism (PE) due to an undiagnosed deep vein thrombosis (DVT),…

DVT/PE in Orthopedics

…same respondents cited CDs, DVDs, and Web sites as “very …

Know Your Risk

…these risk factors apply to you and know your …

INR Self-Testing

…the body’s organs and back to the heart. Venous Blood …

My Leg Was Massively Swollen, Purple, and Hot: Shelby’s Story

…doctor had me do a D-dimer and sent me to the ER. I was eventually diagnosed with a massive deep vein thrombosis (DVT), extending the full length of my right…

The Day that Changed My Life: Philip’s Story 

…had a PE. They found a second clot behind my left knee on follow-up visit. My job as HGV driver was a contributing factor, my consultant said it is like…

Know the Risks of Estrogen-Based Birth Control: Melissa’s Story

…have learned tons of valuable information through NBCA’s patient support group, which has been very helpful during my recovery! This blood clotting experience has changed my life – I could…

National Women’s Health Week 2017

…women to know their risks for blood clots, and to understand …