Anaemia is a condition in which an individual’s haemoglobin concentration and/or red blood cell numbers are lower than normal, most commonly affecting young children and pregnant women, developing due to an imbalance in erythrocyte loss and production. Nutritional deficiencies, inflammation and genetic haemoglobin disorders can contribute to ineffective erythrocyte production, while haemolysis and blood loss can contribute to excessive loss of erythrocytes. The leading cause of anaemia is iron deficiency, which occurs in 15% of the population. When caused by nutritional deficiencies, common treatments for anaemia involve the administration of the nutritional supplements iron and vitamin B12. However, the impact of these nutritional supplements can vary due to the bioavailability and absorption from different nutrient supplement preparations. Blood transfusions, bone marrow transplants and immunosuppressant drugs are treatment options for patients for whom red blood cell production is affected by causes other than nutritional deficiencies, such as autoimmune disorders.
Three experts discuss the latest advances in PNH pathophysiology, diagnosis and therapeutics.
The 19th European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders (EAHAD) Annual Congress, held in Dublin from 3-6 February 2026, showcased many exciting novel advancements in haemophilia care. Below, learn more about the highly anticipated late-breaking abstracts, showcasing fresh, innovative thinking that ...
The 67th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition brought over 30,000+ attendees, 5,000+ novel abstracts and 275+ exhibitors corporate supporters, academic leaders and patient-advocacy groups. The meeting highlighted innovations ranging from novel agents to real-world evidence and patient-centred care. In this article, hear from the experts on the key breakthroughs and clinical insights set to shape the future of haematology practice.
Watch expert haematologists discuss managing cytopenias in patients with myelofibrosis.
The 67th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition spotlighted many pivotal trial results across non-malignant haematology including immune thrombocytopenia, bleeding disorders, iron deficiency, von Willebrand disease, cancer-associated hematologic complications and more. We break down some of the most important abstracts presented, and what this might mean for future clinical practice.
A leading sickle cell disease expert discusses burden, treatment and strategies for effective lifespan care.
A leading expert on sleep and shift work, Grace explores how disrupted sleep affects physician health in both the short and long term, as well as its impact on safety and performance. We also discuss what this means for patient outcomes and share practical strategies to manage sleep loss.
Physician burnout is at a critical point. In this episode, Nicky speaks with Dr Alfred Atanda about why so many physicians are burning out and what can be done to change the trend. From personal experience to system-wide solutions, Dr Atanda shares valuable insights on improving physician well-being and building a more effective healthcare culture.
In this episode, we explore the future of continuing medical education (CME) with the team behind touchIME. Hannah Fisher and Matthew Goodwin share insights into global and US trends, the importance of patient inclusivity and how educational outcomes are evolving to better measure the direct impact of learning on clinical practice and patient care.
Three experts discuss the burden of myelofibrosis and anaemia/thrombocytopenia and targeted treatment options.
The American Society of Hematology (ASH) held its 66th Annual Meeting from 7–10 December 2024. Among the highlights of the meeting were six late-breaking abstracts that have the potential to influence how healthcare professionals approach a range of condition,s from introducing ...
Françoise Bernaudin (Intercommunal Hospital of Créteil, Créteil, France) joins touchHAEMATOLOGY to discuss the DREPAGREFFE-1 (NCT01340404) and DREPAGREFFE-2 trials (NCT 05053932). DREPAGREFFE-1 was the first prospective study to compare allogeneic stem cell transplantation (alloSCT) with standard-of-care (SoC) for children ...
Françoise Bernaudin (Intercommunal Hospital of Créteil, Créteil, France) joins touchHAEMATOLOGY to discuss the main challenges in implementing alloSCT as a treatment for sickle cell anaemia in children, particularly with significant disparities in access to curative treatments like ...
Cold agglutinin disease (CAD) is a rare haemolytic anaemia that causes fatigue, chronic inflammation and thromboembolic complications. Until recently, no therapies have been approved for CAD. Off-label rituximab – a B-cell depleting antibody – induces a short-lived partial response in around half ...
In the burgeoning age of personalized medicine, the treatment of rare anaemias is being transformed from one relying on transfusions and general immunosuppressants to one targeting the underlying disease pathology. Rare anaemias currently experiencing this shift include the autoimmune haemolytic ...
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