PSA: Your period should not 🩸last longer than 7 days 🩸interfere with your life 🩸happen more than monthly 🩸require product changes more than every 2 hours 🩸have clots larger than a quarter 🩸cause debilitating pain 🩸require double product coverage 🩸make you anemic

🚨@htrstoday.bsky.social Educational Webinar Calling all heme nerds and coag enthusiasts! Ever wondered what FXI(a) & FXII(a) are really up to? 👀 🗓 Wednesday, April 23 🕔 5:00–6:00 PM ET 📍 RSVP: zoom.us/meeting/regi... 🎙 Speakers: Dr. Jean Connors & Dr. Pavan Bendapudi

🌟Ready to grow your global network and level up your career? The ISTH Mentor-Mentee Program is back—and it’s your chance to connect with researchers, clinicians & changemakers around the world! Enrollment is open NOW through July 31, so you can meet your match at #ISTH2025! Sign up: bit.ly/42rNLTz

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) has prevented a significant number of HIV infections globally. In Malawi, Mozambique, and Zambia, PrEP could avert approximately 3,300, 5,200, and 1,700 new infections per year, respectively, when targeted to high-risk populations.

📢 Support federal research funding! As the new Administration acts & Congress finalizes FY25 funding, lawmakers need to hear from you. Share your stories of how funding & policies impact #hematology patients & research. Take action! bit.ly/4b2bj43 #Fight4Hematology #HemeSky #BloodSky

The removal of #HIV- and #LGBTQ-related resources from the websites of CDC and other health agencies is deeply concerning. Access to this information is crucial for ID and HIV health care professionals. Our full statement: https://buff.ly/42AO8LI

Last year, I participated in the UIC-Peoria DEI fellowship, where I gained insights into how biases—at multiple levels—disproportionately impact certain groups.

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The OCEANIC-AF randomized trial of the factor XIa inhibitor asundexian was stopped early owing to a higher incidence of stroke or systemic embolism than with apixaban therapy among patients with atrial fibrillation. Full trial results: nej.md/473TRdc #MedSky

2024 approvals: Summary of 12 new 💊indications in heme malignancies by FDA: 1. #Zanubrutinib 2. #Ponatinib 3. #LisoCel x2 4. #Imetelstat 5. #Epcortimab 6. #Daratumuab 7. #Axatilimab 8. #Isatuximab 9. #Asciminib 10. #ObiCel 11. #Revumenib #HemeSky #OncSky #mmsm #leusm #MedSky #lymsm

As the holidays approach, I’ve faced these challenges in clinic: 1️⃣ Telehealth at risk for Medicare/VA patients. 2️⃣ Prior auth delays harm patients. 3️⃣ Clinician shortages delay care. 4️⃣ Reproductive care under attack. 5️⃣ Burnout crisis. 💬 Healthcare isn’t just a business—it’s about lives. #MedSky

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Sometimes, randomized data isn’t necessary to support scientific advice—well-conducted experiments can suffice. Louis Pasteur must be rolling in his grave. Nearly 180 years after his discovery that transformed public health, humanity is still debating the safety of drinking raw milk.

Just because someone doesn't get the flu vaccine doesn't mean they're anti-vaccine. A lot of people are just lazy, forgetful or overworked... and a few electronic reminders can convince them to get the shot. Medsky jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

If something affected ~40% of men & was associated with fatigue, poor sleep, anxiety, depression, decreased cognition, hair loss, and so much more We would >screen for it >believe and diagnose patients >have better treatments But if it’s women & children… jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

Despite a polarized world, it was refreshing to see my #Hematology colleagues unite with smiles and dedication at #ASH24. Witnessing some inspiring #ASHDEI research proves; the sky is blue, the sun shines bright, and 🦋 fly free! #MedSky #HealthDisparities @ash-hematology.bsky.social 🏳️‍🌈

Grateful for the opportunity to present poster at #ASH24! Thrilled to collaborate, contribute, and engage in the dynamic field of #SystemsBasedHematology. #ASHTrainee doi.org/10.1182/bloo... @ash-hematology.bsky.social

What a beautiful morning! #ASH24 #ASHTrainee @ash-hematology.bsky.social @htrstoday.bsky.social

#ASH24 vs #ASH23

People who inspire me and cheer me up! @marycushmanmd.bsky.social @htrstoday.bsky.social @ash-hematology.bsky.social #ASH24 #ASHTrainee

Post-call,✈️ skies ahead, #SanDiego’s thrill ignites— Sleep can’t catch me now.😴 #ASHaiku #ASH24

Easily the highlight of my #ASH23, seeing these seals bask in the winter sun! #ASH24 @ash-hematology.bsky.social

Welcome @isth-official.bsky.social to 🦋! To my followers: please follow ISTH for news, education, and community for #Thrombosis & #Hemostasis! #HemeSky

Are you all ready for #ASH2024?! 'Cause I know I am! Shameless plug: Don't miss the 2024 #ClassicalHeme 🩸Education Program Sessions! As the 2024 ASH Education Program Co-Chair, I know this year will be the best yet... if i do say so myself. 😉 Read more here: ashpublications.org/ashclinicaln...

Top three hematology pearls for pediatricians #medsky #hemesky 1. Serum iron level is useless 2. Thrombocytosis is reactive 99% of the time 3. Percentage values on WBC differential don’t matter, only absolute values

🚨 FYI, Heme Fam! The Hemostasis and Thrombosis Research Society (HTRS) is now live on BlueSky! 🌟 Follow us at @htrstoday.bsky.social 🩸 Join the coolest squad of brilliant & witty heme nerds who geek out over classical hematology, love teaching, mentoring, and making science fun! #MedSky

The joy of #medtwitter people over here is palpable It’s funny, but even though I’m (geographically) far away from many/most…this has a nice feeling of community about it. It’s…comforting The battles we are fighting haven’t gone anywhere, just feels a little less lonely/toxic Y’know #medsky