I Had the Perfect Storm of Risk Factors: Aimee’s Story
…all blood flow from the lower left side of the body. Unaware of these other two risk factors, I was taking estrogen-based birth control that further multiplied my clotting risks….
CVS Caremark puts Eliquis® back on its formularies
…people who may be susceptible to blood clots, including, but not …
Sarah Zayyad Raises Blood Clot Awareness Through Exercise
…pulmonary embolism. After about a year of tests and bloodwork, the clot was gone but she gained a new diagnosis: acquired protein S deficiency caused by her birth control. Now,…
Join the NBCA Women’s Health Week 2016 Thunderclap
…as we share life-saving information about the important choices …
Many Doctors Aren’t Familiar with CVST: Abigail’s Story
…You know your body best, so if you think something is wrong, sometimes you have to be an advocate for yourself. Resources Birth Control Know Your Risk Psychological Impact of…
Don’t Dismiss Pain: Stephanie’s Story
…two injections daily for almost a year throughout pregnancy and the weeks after. My advice to others is: Don’t dismiss pain. Resources Signs and Symptoms Factor V Leiden Birth Control…
I Am a Woman of Faith and That Has Kept Me Encouraged: Jody’s Story
…I had not been hospitalized, taken a long trip, or been on birth control. I am an educator and am on my feet most of the day. I also work…
How can DVT/PE be prevented in children?
…in the arteries of the body. Not taking estrogen, such as …
August e-Newsletter | Celebrating 15 Years of Service
…birth control and blood clot risks with over …
The Hardest Parts are the Unknowns and ‘What-Ifs’
…to a birth control pill with estrogen. I was low risk since I do not have any family history of blood clots. In May, I started having even more pelvic…