Get Involved in World Thromobosis Day
More than 2,000 partners in 100+ countries are participating in World Thrombosis Day 2019. Find partners and events in your community and learn how to get involved in the movement!
What is VTE?
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a condition in which a blood clot forms most often in the deep veins of the leg, groin or arm (deep vein thrombosis) and travels in the circulation, lodging in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). Together, DVT and PE are known as VTE - a dangerous, potentially deadly medical condition.
VTE Risk Factors
Being in a hospital can increase your risk of developing VTE.
Hospital-associated VTE consists up to 60
percent of all VTEs annually. Others include cancer-associated thrombosis and gender-specific risks.
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WTD Announces Early Career Flyer Competition
The World Thrombosis Day (WTD) campaign announced the Inaugural Promotional Flyer Competition to encourage early career professionals working in the area of thrombosis and/or haemostasis to design an educational advertisement to help educate patients on the cause, risk factors and prevention of hospital-associated VTE.
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Call for Nominations: WTD 2019 Thrombosis Ambassador of the Year Award
Do you know a passionate thrombosis awareness advocate who should be recognized? Nominate him/her for the World Thrombosis Day (WTD) 2019 Thrombosis Ambassador of the Year Award.
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