Celebrate & Share During National Women's Health Week

Join the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) during National Women’s Health Week (NWHW), May 13-19, 2018, as we work with the Alexandra L. Rowan Memorial Foundation to provide women with life-saving information about birth control and blood clots, and to help them determine, along with their doctor, their risk for blood clots and their best birth control options. NBCA has some exciting, new efforts planned for NWHW this week. Find out how you can help share life-saving information about women and blood clots during NWHW here, and make sure to sign up for our Thunderclap effort this week here. 

In addition to the risk for blood clots connected to hormonal birth control, women also may be at risk during pregnancy and childbirth, and when estrogen is used in the treatment of menopause symptoms later in life. Learn more at our dedicated Women & Blood Clots web portal here. 

Community Connections

Upcoming Events

Run 3120
Monday, May 28, 2018
The current Guinness World Record for running 31 miles with a 20lb pack is eight hours. NBCA Board President Eric O’Connor will run laps around the 200 meter parking lot in front of FTX CrossFit in Wheaton, IL, in an attempt to break the World Record as he raises funds to support NBCA's mission. Come watch, eat some tacos, or get a workout in at FTX CrossFit.
 
Walk to Stop the Clot® NYC
Saturday, June 2, 2018
Join us in late spring as we walk across the Brooklyn Bridge to Stop the Clot® in memory of Michael Scott. 
 
Ride to Stop the Clot® for Anna’s Team
Saturday, June 2, 2018
Register now to be part of the Ride to Stop the Clot for Anna’s Team. Options available for a 2 mile fun ride, and 8, 18 and 40 mile rides. Meet at the Alma College Heritage Center for the rides, which will be on the Fred Meijer Heartland Trail.
 
Jim Flanagan Memorial Golf Outing
Saturday, August 18, 2018
Steve, Danny, and Andy invite you to join them in the 8^th Annual Golf Tournament honoring their father’s memory. This always enjoyable and successful day takes place in Indianapolis, Indiana.
 
Marine Corps 10K Race
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Team Stop The Clot^® will be running the 10K for the first time on October 28, 2018. Back in the nation’s capital with a picturesque start on the National Mall, the MCM10K hosts a 6.2 mile course from the US Capitol to the Marine Corps War Memorial. Join us and apply today!
 
TCS New York City Marathon
Sunday, November 4^th, 2018
2018 marks the 7th year for Team Stop The Clot® as an Official Charity Partner of the TCS New York City Marathon. We’re proud of our history, and even more proud of our 45 runners who crossed the finish line. Join us and apply today!



Share Information & Find Peer Support

If you or someone you know has experienced a blood clot, join our online discussion community of more than 2,700 members to connect with other people who understand.

There's no cost to join and it takes less than five minutes to sign up. Join here today.

 

Volunteer of the Month

Dr. Peter Kouides is a highly regarded hematologist and serves on NBCA’s Medical and Scientific Advisory Board. He also is an avid cyclist, and has a goal of raising $10K for NBCA through his cycling efforts. Read more and find out how you can help Dr. Kouides reach his goal here. 

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