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A blood cancer survivor partnered with Indianapolis station WTHR to support Blood Cancer United's mission to cure blood cancer. The collaboration highlights the organization's Light The Night fundraising event.
Researchers have engineered blood clots that form in seconds, are 13 times stronger than natural clots, and could save lives by stopping severe bleeding almost instantly. The breakthrough clots also speed up healing and reduce inflammation.
Buffalo Sabres forward Jiri Kulich felt like a "ghost" on the ice before doctors discovered a life-threatening blood clot near his brain. After months of careful recovery and a successful procedure, the 22-year-old is back on skates and healthier than ever.
Seventeen-year-old Ariya Behrens is sharing her powerful story of how blood donations helped her beat cancer. Her message comes as the Pint for a Pint Blood Drive encourages donors to give blood and enjoy free ice cream this summer.
Benji Sanchez, an 11-year-old who beat childhood cancer three times, partnered with Critical Care Comics to combat a critical blood shortage in Las Vegas. The initiative comes as hospitals nationwide lost over 2,000 blood donations due to severe weather, with cancer patients relying on a quarter of the nation's blood supply. #
Researchers in Japan developed a test that catches the first spark of blood clot formation, helping doctors personalize treatment for heart disease patients. The breakthrough could prevent both dangerous clots and bleeding complications.
A global research team discovered exactly why a tiny number of people developed blood clots after certain COVID-19 vaccines, and their breakthrough points the way to even safer vaccines. The answer lies in a single mutation that misdirects the immune system in extraordinarily rare cases.
Quinn Danielsen needed 41 blood transfusions to beat neuroblastoma, and now he's organizing a Red Cross blood drive to help other kids fighting cancer. The event happens Saturday at the Lindon City Community Center.
Maddie Rea needed 16 blood transfusions to beat brain cancer, and now she's making sure other patients have the same chance. The 8-year-old is hosting her second blood drive to give back to her Tennessee community.
Tesla Thompson is turning her cancer survival story into hope for others by encouraging donations at California's Pint for a Pint Blood Drive. The statewide drive runs through September 7th, offering donors ice cream and the chance to save up to three lives.
Scientists just turned ordinary red blood cells into super-powered clot formers that stop severe bleeding almost instantly. Treated rats formed clots in 5 seconds instead of 265, opening a path to save millions of lives lost to blood loss each year.
A researcher who survived childhood leukemia developed a blood test that detects breast cancer recurrence up to four years before traditional methods. The test is now helping patients in the U.S. catch cancer earlier when treatment works best.
After a horrific car crash required 48 surgeries and 14 units of blood, Cooper Roy is inspiring his former high school to host their biggest blood drive ever. The Fair Grove student body is turning his recovery into a community-wide movement to save lives.
German researchers discovered a safer way to prevent dangerous blood clots without increasing bleeding risk. The breakthrough could protect millions from heart attacks and strokes while avoiding the dangerous side effects of current medications.
Scientists developed an injectable magnetic gel that blocks stroke-causing blood flow better than current heart implants, with zero clotting in 10-month pig trials. This breakthrough could help millions with irregular heartbeats avoid strokes without risky complications.
Astronauts launching to the International Space Station will help solve a critical health mystery: why weightlessness might cause dangerous blood clots. Their research could protect future crews traveling to the Moon and Mars.
Horizon Health is inviting cancer survivors to don capes and celebrate their strength at a free luncheon on June 5. The "Super Survivor" event honors National Cancer Survivors Day with food, prizes, and community support.
A black lab trained as a seeing-eye dog alerted his owner to a dangerous blood clot by repeatedly pressing his head on the exact spot of the injury. The intuitive behavior prompted a hospital visit that likely saved Luis Perez's life.
Cancer survivor Amanda Nerstad is now helping other Tennessee survivors heal through fitness and wellness as a program coordinator. After years of advocacy work, she's bringing her personal journey full circle.
Seth Walsh survived leukemia five times thanks to 225 blood transfusions from his community. Now his family's nonprofit has collected over 500 donations to help other children fighting cancer.
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