The coronavirus vaccine rollout is in full flight in the UK.
It isn't the jab you need to fear - even mild Covid can trigger deadly clots: With reports of people shunning the AstraZeneca vaccine, we look at the (very rare) risk
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This guideline covers the management of COVID-19 for children, young people and adults in all care settings. It brings together our existing recommendations on managing COVID-19 so that healthcare staff and those planning and delivering services can find and use them more easily.
Recent news has highlighted pausing of the Astra Zeneca COVID vaccination in some countries due to concern about reported blood clots in a small number of people shortly after receiving the vaccination. It is important that all adverse events are reported and investigated.
Author and amazing Thrombosis UK supporter, Dawne Archer, was recently interviewed about her work, writing and the impact of thrombosis on her life and writing.
Congratulations to Clare Blackhall who has been recognised for her outstanding contribution during the COVID-19 pandemic and as a result a donation of £250 will be made to Thrombosis UK on her behalf.
The popular National Thrombosis Week annual conferences are online for 2021!
Live sessions will run 3-14 May and the NTW21 conference platform will remain open until 28th May to provide access to all recorded sessions with CPD validation and exhibition.
We are delighted to receive endorsement from the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) for our 'Thrombosis UK guidance on COVID19 vaccine and anticoagulation'.
Opportunities to create and expand the range and responsiveness of personalised care services to patients.
COVID-19 has placed unprecedented pressure on our health system. This brings an added risk to people with long term conditions who need ongoing proactive care to stay well and avoid deterioration.