March is Blood Clot Awareness Month—a crucial time to shine a light on a health issue that affects hundreds of thousands of people every year. Blood clots are associated with hormonal contraception, pregnancy, menopause treatments, and other medical conditions. Blood clots can have life-altering and even life-threatening consequences. Yet, many people remain unaware of their risk, the symptoms to watch for, and how to advocate for their own health. This month, the Rowan Foundation is dedicated to spreading awareness, fostering community, and ensuring that informed choices are at the forefront of women’s health discussions.
The Importance of Blood Clot Awareness Month
Blood clots don’t just happen to other people. They can happen to anyone, at any age. The consequences can be devastating. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) are serious medical conditions that require immediate attention. However, symptoms often go unrecognized until it’s too late. Blood Clot Awareness Month is an opportunity to educate, inform, and empower people to recognize the risks and symptoms early. It’s also a chance to highlight gaps in healthcare knowledge and advocate for systemic improvements in the way blood clot risks are communicated—especially to women making decisions about contraception and the use of hormones to treat issues such as menopause symptoms.
Throughout March, the Rowan Foundation is sharing basic but crucial information about blood clot risks, symptoms, and prevention strategies. By providing clear, accessible education, we hope to help women make safer, more informed decisions about their health.
The Power of Community in the Blood Clot Journey
The Power of Community in the Blood Clot JourneyNavigating a blood clot diagnosis—or the loss of a loved one to a clot—can feel isolating. The physical recovery is challenging, but the emotional toll is often just as profound. That’s why the blood clot community is so vital. Whether it’s through support groups, online forums, or advocacy efforts, finding others who understand the journey can be a lifeline.
The Rowan Foundation is committed to fostering this sense of community. This month, we are amplifying the voices of those who have experienced blood clots firsthand. By sharing personal stories of survival, struggle, and resilience, we hope to remind people that they are not alone. These stories also serve a broader purpose: They help others recognize symptoms early, encourage more open conversations with healthcare providers, and provide comfort to those who may be struggling with the emotional impact of their diagnosis.
We encourage everyone who has been affected by a blood clot—whether directly or through a loved one—to share their story. Your experience could save a life. By speaking out, you help break the silence and stigma surrounding blood clot-related conditions and ensure that more people are aware of the risks. You can share your story here: My Story, My Voice.
Why Sharing Personal Perspectives is Crucial
When people share their blood clot experiences, the impact is profound. Personal stories put a human face on what might otherwise seem like abstract statistics. They make the dangers of blood clots real and relatable. They also inspire action—whether that action is someone asking their doctor about their risk, seeking medical attention sooner, or advocating for better healthcare policies.
Throughout Blood Clot Awareness Month, the Rowan Foundation will feature real-life stories from women who have faced blood clots due to hormonal contraception, pregnancy, or menopause treatment. These narratives are powerful reminders of why education and advocacy are so important. By amplifying these voices, we hope to encourage more women to take charge of their health, ask questions, and make informed decisions about their medical options.
Our Commitment to Informed Choices: Sponsorship of Roundtable Event at University of Houston
A pressing concern in women’s health is the need for clear, transparent information about the risks associated with hormonal contraception. Too many women are unaware of the potential for blood clots until they or someone they love experience one firsthand. That’s why, during Blood Clot Awareness Month, the Rowan Foundation is proud to sponsor the upcoming roundtable discussion, “Informed Choices: Improving Contraceptive Outcomes for Women,” being hosted by the University of Houston Student Center and Campus Pharmacy.
This important event will bring together medical experts, academic researchers, and advocates to discuss ways to improve education, policy, and patient awareness regarding contraceptive risks. By facilitating these conversations, we hope to push for systemic changes that ensure women receive comprehensive, unbiased information when making choices about their reproductive health. The proceedings of this roundtable will be documented by the Rowan Foundation in both print and video formats and shared with healthcare professionals and advocates throughout the clotting community later this year.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Blood Clot Awareness Month is more than just a time for education—it’s a call to action. Whether by sharing a story, learning the symptoms, or advocating for better health policies, every effort contributes to a future where fewer lives are lost to preventable blood clots.
We invite you to join us in this mission. Follow along on our social media pages, read and share the personal stories we feature, and participate in conversations that can lead to real change. If you or someone you love has experienced a blood clot, consider sharing your story with us. Together, we can create a world where women are empowered with the knowledge they need to make informed choices about their health.
This March, let’s make awareness count. Let’s ensure that no one has to navigate the dangers of blood clots alone. Let’s turn knowledge into action and stories into life-saving awareness.
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