Patients
Patients
The American Society of Hematology has developed the resources in this section to educate the public about the importance of healthy blood and to raise the awareness of common blood diseases, such as anemia, bleeding and clotting disorders, and blood cancers.
Blood Basics
Blood Basics
Blood Basics
Blood is a specialized body fluid. It has four main components: plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Blood has many different functions, including transporting oxygen and nutrients to the lungs and tissues, forming blood clots to prevent excess blood loss, carrying cells and antibodies that fight infection, bringing waste products to the kidneys and liver, which filter and clean the blood, and regulating body temperature.
Basic Patient Help Resources
Basic Patient Help Resources
Basic Patient Help Resources
Find a Hematologist
Search a database of practicing hematologists to find a specialist in your area.
Hematology Glossary
Discover key medical terms and definitions related to blood diseases.
How to Talk with Your Doctor
See a list of tips to help you prepare for your next visit to the doctor.
Blood Health Information Hub
Don't fall for misinformation around blood disorders. Get quick answers to commonly asked questions.
Find a Hematologist
Search a database of practicing hematologists to find a specialist in your area.
Hematology Glossary
Discover key medical terms and definitions related to blood diseases.
How to Talk with Your Doctor
See a list of tips to help you prepare for your next visit to the doctor.
Blood Health Information Hub
Don't fall for misinformation around blood disorders. Get quick answers to commonly asked questions.
Blood Disorders
Anemia
Anemia
Discover symptoms, types, and treatment options for Anemia, the most common blood disorder.
Bleeding Disorders
Bleeding Disorders
Learn about bleeding disorders, their symptoms, and available treatment options.
Blood Cancers
Blood Cancers
Blood cancers affect the production and function of blood cells. Learn about the differences between cancerous and healthy cells.
Blood Clots
Blood Clots
Clotting prevents excessive bleeding when a blood vessel is injured. Learn about factors that increase your risk of blood clots and how they can be treated.
More Patient Resources
More Patient Resources
More Patient Resources
Patient Groups
Patient Groups
Access links to websites that provide information about blood diseases for patients.
Guidelines for Patients
Guidelines for Patients
Access patient versions of ASH Guidelines to help you manage your health and treatment.
Blood Banking and Donation
Blood Banking and Donation
Learn more about donor-recipient safety, the process of matching blood types, and donation locations.
Clinical Trials
Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are essential to the advancement of medicine. Learn more about clinical trials or how you can participate in a clinical trial near you.
Sickle Cell Disease Coalition
Sickle Cell Disease Coalition (SCDC)
Sickle Cell Disease Coalition (SCDC)
The Sickle Cell Disease Coalition (SCDC) is a global alliance dedicated to uniting organizations to combat sickle cell disease (SCD) and raising awareness within the community.
"Blood Detectives"
Get Involved
Get Involved
Get Involved
Donate
Donate
Every gift to the ASH Foundation is a vital philanthropic investment in ASH’s mission of helping hematologists conquer blood diseases worldwide. Help ASH sustain the future of hematology in both academia and clinical practice.
Advocacy Toolkit
Advocacy Toolkit
Millions of Americans are affected by blood disorders each year. Use our toolkit to bring awareness to risk factors, symptoms, treatments, and prevention strategies for blood disorders, or sign up for the ASH Grassroots Network to stay informed.
Blood Bank
Blood Bank
Many blood conditions require blood transfusions for treatment. Learn more about donating blood and find a local blood donation center in your area.