Fact Sheets

Thrombocytopenia
A condition in which a person has a low platelet count. Platelets are blood cells that help form clots to stop wounds from bleeding.
COVID-19
COVID-19 is the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2, the 2019 novel coronavirus.
Coronavirus
Coronavirus is a term describes a family of viruses, common in both animals and humans.
Myeloproliferative Neoplasms
A group of blood cancers in which the bone marrow produces excessive numbers of myeloid blood cells.
Sepsis
Sepsis is a condition caused by an overwhelming immune response to an infection in the body. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasms
A group of diseases in which too many white blood cells are produced in the bone marrow.
Anemia
Anemia is a condition in which a person doesn’t have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body. As a result, they may experience dizziness, fatigue, and light-headedness.
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that develops in a deep vein that can block circulation. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Blood Clots in Veins, Heart and Lungs
When blood clots form within blood vessels they can obstruct blood flow, which can cause blockages affecting the heart, lungs and other organs.
Pediatric Sepsis
Sepsis is a severe inflammatory response in the body that can cause tissue damage and organ failure. Learn about symptoms and treatment.