Learn About Venous Thromboembolism (Blood Clots)
Venous thromboembolism (VTE), also known as blood clots, is an underdiagnosed and serious, but preventable medical condition. It is important to know about VTE because it can happen to anybody at any age and cause serious illness, disability, and in some cases, death. The good news is that VTE can be prevented and treated if discovered early.
- New Patient Guide on Blood Clots
- New Podcast on Blood Clots
- Feature: Are You At Risk for Clots?
- Podcast: Blood Clots & Travel – What You Should Know
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The purpose of this series is to provide evidence-based information on new research, interventions, emerging issues of interest in blood disorders, as well as innovative approaches in collaborations and partnerships. We invite you to join us in this series.
The Joint Commission selected CDC’s VTE educational resources for use in their Compendium of Resources, which provides healthcare providers and health educators with reliable, up-to-date patient education on VTE.