The Amy Dew Dornbusch Blood Clot Prevention Act: Protecting Mississippi Families in Honor of a Devoted Mother

The Heart of Our Mission: Amy’s Story

Amy Dew Dornbusch (March 23, 1978 – November 22, 2023) was a woman of boundless energy and warmth. A standout athlete, Amy excelled as a soccer player and cheer captain before graduating from The University of Mississippi. At Ole Miss, she majored in Journalism and worked as a trainer for the football team, fueled by an impressive work ethic and a personality that made everyone feel at ease.

In 2005, Amy met the love of her life, Kette, in Jackson, MS. While she had a successful pharmaceutical career, Amy found her true purpose in motherhood. She walked away from her professional life to give herself fully to her six children, becoming the fiercest and most loving advocate for their happiness. Whether organizing neighborhood gatherings, traveling to the Gulf Coast, or ensuring every child felt uniquely loved, Amy lived to create “core memories.”

On November 22, 2023, Amy passed away unexpectedly from a pulmonary embolism (PE). She was 45 years old. Her passing left a void in Oxford and beyond, but her legacy now fuels a movement to ensure no other Mississippi family endures this preventable tragedy.

The Legislation: A Path to Prevention

Blood clots (Venous Thromboembolism or VTE) are a leading cause of preventable hospital death, yet public awareness remains dangerously low. The Amy Dew Dornbusch Blood Clot Prevention Act aims to move through the Mississippi Legislature in 2027 to implement life-saving standards across the state.

Key Pillars of the Act:

• Mandatory Patient Education: Ensuring every hospital patient and new mother receives clear information on the signs and symptoms of DVT and PE.
• Provider Protocols: Standardizing VTE risk assessments in all Mississippi healthcare facilities to identify high-risk patients before a clot forms.
• Community Awareness: Establishing a statewide campaign to educate the public on the “silent” symptoms of blood clots.
• Blood Clot Registry: Establish a state wide registry to track blood clot incidence across the state.

Your Voice Matters: Join the Movement

We are looking for advocates, healthcare professionals, and families to help us champion this bill. By signing up, you will stay informed on the bill’s development and learn how to engage your local representatives as we approach the 2027 legislative session.

“Amy made it her mission to allow her children to experience life to the fullest. Now, we make it our mission to ensure other mothers have the chance to do the same.”

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