World Anemia Awareness

How does anyone know what a normal period looks like? Prof Sue Pavord (Oxford) and Dr Carol Lim (Malaysia) on why heavy menstrual bleeding is the most common cause of iron deficiency in young women. https://worldanemiaawareness.com/menstrual-health-and-blood-loss/

The best blood is your own blood, healthy and inside of you. We ask about our heart. About our blood pressure. About our cholesterol. The conversation about our blood is one of the most important in healthcare today, and one too few of us are having. #BloodHealth #PatientBloodManagement

This International Nurses Day, Dr. Carolyn Burns offers a perspective most physicians don't: she has been a patient many, many times. "Nurses come with this gift of solace and comfort when you are not at your best, and very often at your worst." #InternationalNursesDay #BloodHealth

On International Nurses Day, Dr. Matthew Warner names what physicians depend on nurses to make possible. Anemia optimization. Patient education. Daily care. "I'm grateful to call so many great nurses my close colleagues and friends." #InternationalNursesDay #BloodHealth

Iron deficiency during pregnancy can affect a child's brain development for 20 years or more. Prof. Vernon Louw, Professor of Medicine and Clinical Haematologist at Stellenbosch University, South Africa, on what the evidence shows. https://worldanemiaawareness.com/iron-deficiency-without-anemia/

Too many women accept exhaustion, brain fog, and low mood as just part of life. Prof. Vernon Louw, Professor of Medicine at Stellenbosch University, South Africa https://worldanemiaawareness.com/iron-deficiency-without-anemia WAA Presents: Voices in Blood Health

Your blood test came back normal. But you're still exhausted. Prof. Vernon Louw, explains why iron deficiency without anemia is being missed in millions of people — and what it's doing to your cells, your energy, and your mood. https://worldanemiaawareness.com/iron-deficiency-without-anemia/

When did you last check your own iron? Prof. Vernon Louw — Professor of Medicine, Stellenbosch University — on what happens when clinicians finally test their own iron levels. Full film releasing 7 April for World Health Day. WAA Presents: Voices in Blood Health worldanemiaawareness.com

When a doctor needs a doctor. Three physicians. One crisis. A story about what happens when you choose teamwork over ego. Real. Raw. Coming soon to World Anemia Awareness in 2026. #WhenADoctorNeedsADoctor #HealthcareTeamwork #PatientAdvocacy #WAAD2026 #MedicalCommunity

Who are anesthesiologists? 🩺 The invisible guardians in every operating room. The doctors you barely meet—but your life depends on them. When you close your eyes before surgery, an anesthesiologist promises: 'I will take care of you while you are asleep.' #WorldAnemiaAwarenessDay #Anesthesiology

Today is World Anemia Awareness Day. Blood health matters at every stage of life. Yet 50% of people affected remain undiagnosed. Talk to your doctor. Share this message. Raise your hands for blood health. Screening saves lives. #WorldAnemiaAwarenessDay #BloodHealthMatters

Will you be there? 🇹🇭 Join us in Thailand on February 4–5 for global education in #patientbloodmanagement — in person or virtually. 🌍 Virtual attendees will have access to live captions in 30+ languages. 🎟️ Tickets & info: buytickets.at/worldanemiaa... #BloodHealth #GlobalHealth #MedicalEducation #PBM

“Nothing is scarier than having a sick child.” PBM helps clinicians and families work together to protect the smallest patients, from premature newborns to kids fighting illness. bloodhealth.worldanemiaawareness.com/bloodhealth-... #BloodHealth #PBMAW2025 #Pediatrics #Medsky #Healthsky

Even small drops in hemoglobin can affect you, long before you notice the signs. We’re supporting @sabm-pbm.bsky.social PBM Awareness Week, exploring what #BloodHealth really means and why it matters to everyone. #PBMAW2025 👉 bloodhealth.worldanemiaawareness.com/blood-health...

Our "Mom's Blood Health, My Future" campaign delivered extraordinary impact: 155 countries | 4.5M+ live stream views | 63M+ global reach | 95K+ website visits Thank you to our Partners Who Care for their dedication to maternal health #WorldAnemiaAwareness #MaternalHealth

this little boy ran across a room to hug his anaesthesiologist 💙 Happy #worldanaesthesiaday to those working in the background of every critical moment. Next time you're counting backwards from 10? someone incredible has your back ✨

Today’s theme in Mom’s Blood Health, My Future is about the courage to speak up. Asking questions, planning with your care team, and bringing support into appointments protects both mom and baby. Knowledge isn’t just power — it’s protection. #MomsBloodHealthMyFuture #PatientAdvocacy #MaternalHealth

Protect every drop. Protect every life. Ashley shows how smaller blood draws can help women with anemia. Dr. Seun shows why trust makes blood testing possible in remote communities. #BloodHealth #PregnancyCare #Anemia #Medsky

One simple blood test. A lifetime of impact. Checking iron levels early in pregnancy gives women the chance to protect their health and their baby’s future. #AnemiaAwareness #PregnancyCare #BloodHealth

1 in 3 pregnant women is affected by #anemia (WHO). 🩸 Iron tablets often cause side effects, but stopping isn’t the answer. Experts explain options — from different formulations to infusions — so moms and babies get the iron they need. ⚠️ Educational only, not medical advice. #BloodHealth

Iron supplements DO work — if you take them the right way. 🩸✨ Dr Sue Pavord shares global expert tips on timing, absorption, & when IV iron may be needed. ⚠️ Not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. #PregnancyHealth #IronSupplements #AnemiaAwareness #BloodHealth

Iron is the unsung hero of pregnancy. 🩸👶 It builds the foundation for a baby’s brain 🧠 and body. Most women start pregnancy already low in iron, but it doesn’t have to be this way. ✨ #MaternalHealth #BloodHealth #IronDeficiency #PregnancyCare #AnemiaAwareness

Silence around menstrual health isn’t protection—it’s risk. 🚫🩸 Breaking the stigma means earlier conversations, earlier screening, and healthier outcomes for moms & babies. 📽️ Watch the voices from around the world. #BloodHealth #MomsBloodHealthMyFuture #AnemiaAwareness #MaternalHealth #MedSky

From school absences to delayed diagnoses, from anemia to pregnancy challenges - these stories from women across 6 countries reveal a critical gap: menstrual health education that goes beyond basic hygiene. #MenstrualHealth #Healthsky #Medsky #Bloodhealth

Behind the white coats are moms, dads, even grandparents. Our doctors care deeply because they’ve walked the same journey. ❤️ That’s why Mom’s Blood Health, My Future matters. Sept 1–9. #MaternalHealth #AnemiaAwareness #BloodHealth

🩸 Care Never Stops. Nurses are reshaping the way we understand blood health, anemia, and patient care — one story at a time. 🎥 Watch the full video here: youtu.be/4ywhk3J8OLA #BlueskyVoices #nursingsky #publichealth #carework #bloodhealth #ethicalmedicine

Newborns in NICU can lose up to 20% of their blood volume from routine testing. The @who.int promotes smaller tubes + less testing to protect babies' blood. Parents can ask: “Can smaller samples be used?” “Is this already being tested?” Every drop counts. #NICU #PBM #NewbornHealth #BloodHealth

"We talk about gut health. We talk about mental health. But blood health — have we gone that far?" TEDx speaker Molly Fenton opens up about puberty, periods & why speaking up matters. 🎥 Watch now & check out our blog for the full interview: 🔗 worldanemiaawareness.com/breaking-the...

On #InternationalHeavyMenstrualBleedingDay, nurse and father Tyler Houseknecht shares a powerful reminder: dads have a role in menstrual health too. Open conversations and early action can change lives. 💙 #HeavyMenstrualBleeding #AnemiaAwareness #FathersForHealth #BleedBetter #WomenHealthMatters

Dr. Lorena, a hematologist and cancer survivor, shares why your voice matters during treatment. Facing #anemia and #irondeficiency herself, she shows the power of patient advocacy. Protect your #BloodHealth. Know your options. #hematology #PatientBloodManagement #CancerSurvivor #IronMatters

Blood is more than a fluid — it's an organ. And during pregnancy, its role is life-changing. Dr. Carolyn Burns explains why it's time we rethink blood health. Find out more 👉 worldanemiaawareness.com/who-patient-... #BloodIsAnOrgan #AnemiaAwareness #PregnancyHealth #PatientBloodManagement"

#WomensHistoryMonth may be ending, but Dr. Helen Mackay’s impact lives on. She uncovered the link between iron deficiency and infant health—saving lives then and now. Blood health matters at every stage of life. Know your iron levels, take charge of your well-being. #BloodHealth New blog out now

Tomorrow, we go global! 🌎🙌 #Anemiathon2025 is here to raise awareness for blood health. Join us by posting at 9 AM local time & using #WorldAnemiaAwareness #BloodHealth. Let’s spread the message together! 🔴

Early detection of #anemia & #irondeficiency is essential for preventive care. Let’s encourage more proactive conversations about #bloodhealth! Join @sabm-pbm.bsky.social & @wfsa.bsky.social to hear from global experts on managing preop anemia. 📆 Feb 13, 10:30am EST wfsahq.org/events/globa...

8️⃣ Days to go! 👉 On February 13th, let’s break the silence, raise awareness, and explore how to manage this condition for better well-being. 💡 Do you want to be a part this global conversation? Share this post, and be part of the change. #bloodhealth #anemia #irondeficiency

Did you know? A healthy hemoglobin level is 13 or above. That’s why we’re raising awareness this February 13. Join us for the Global Anemiathon, where we’ll share insights, expert discussions, and global stories. #anemiathon2025 #PublicHealth #anemia #irondeficiency #bloodhealth

🔟 Days to go - The global anemiathon is coming! How to take part? 👉 Post a photo raising your hands for blood health 👉 Tag our page and use #Anemiathon2025 #WorldAnemiaAwareness #BloodHealth 👉 Share at 9 AM your local time on February 13 Let’s fill social media with awareness and education 🙌

🌍 Join the 24hr Global ANEMIATHON in Kuala Lumpur on Feb 13, 2025, to raise awareness on World Anemia Awareness Day. Sign up before Jan 13, 2025! forms.gle/kpjsC9seQWux... #AnemiaAwareness #IronDeficiency #PBM #BloodHealth #Anemiathon2025 #MedicalConference #HealthAdvocacy #GlobalHealth