February 12, 2021Understanding DICNote: The bolded terms in this article are defined in the glossary at the end of the article. Over the…
January 20, 2021Recent Publications from our Executive BoardThe members of our Executive Board are dedicated to conducting research and publishing practice-changing guidance. We’re proud to share this…
January 15, 2021Clot Chronicles: Predicting and Preventing Cancer-Associated ThrombosisHi. My name is Alok Khorana. I’m a medical oncologist and Director of the GI Cancer Program at the Cleveland…
January 15, 2021Understanding Post-thrombotic SyndromeThis month, we welcome Dr. Suresth Vedantham to discuss chronic leg pain after a blood clot, also known as post-thrombotic…
January 1, 2021Clot Chronicles: What’s on the Horizon This YearHello, I’m Dr. Sam Goldhaber, President of NATF and a cardiologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Today on Clot Chronicles, we’re…
November 24, 2020What is a Blood Clot?Updated November 2020 Blood clotting, also known as coagulation, is the body’s first line of defense against bleeding. When we…
November 24, 2020The First Six MonthsUpdated November 2020 A look at life after a blood clot THE BODY’S RESPONSE Once you’ve had a blood clot,…
November 24, 2020The Clot Connection: Thrombosis, Heart Attack, and StrokeUpdated November 2020 Blood clots play a major role in myocardial infarction (MI), or heart attack. Over time, the coronary…
November 24, 2020Visiting the Emergency Department for a Blood Clot: What to ExpectUpdated November 2020 Taking a trip to the emergency department (ED) is stressful and potentially costly – but it can…
November 23, 2020Exercise: The Surprising BenefitsIt’s well-known that exercise is essential for heart health – but what else does it have to offer? More than you might think.…
November 23, 2020Stepping into Success: Exercise After a Blood ClotUpdated November 2020 After experiencing a blood clot, which can appear as a pulmonary embolism (PE), a blood clot in…
November 23, 2020Just Relax: Practicing Meditation to Combat Stress and Improve Your HealthUpdated November 2020 Stress. Everyone deals with it in their lives, but too much of it can be very unhealthy.…