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World APS Day: Shining a Light on a Silent but Life-Threatening Autoimmune Disorder
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Jun 11, 2025, 08:13

World APS Day: Shining a Light on a Silent but Life-Threatening Autoimmune Disorder

The APS Foundation of America has shared an important update on their official X page in recognition of World APS Day. The post emphasizes the urgent need to raise awareness about Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)—an incurable, life-threatening autoimmune disorder that increases the risk of dangerous blood clots.

“Today is World APS Day, the global awareness campaign to raise awareness of Antiphospholipid Syndrome and its impact on our lives.
APS is an incurable, life-threatening autoimmune condition that causes the blood to clot.”

What is APS?

APS occurs when the immune system mistakenly produces antibodies that target phospholipids—critical components of cell membranes—leading to an increased risk of:

  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Stroke
  • Recurrent miscarriage
  • Catastrophic multiorgan thrombosis in severe cases

Despite its profound clinical impact, APS remains underdiagnosed and misunderstood.

Hemostasis Today proudly joins the global movement to raise awareness, promote early diagnosis, and support ongoing research into this devastating condition. As we commemorate World APS Day, we stand with patients, families, and advocates in calling for increased education, improved testing, and more targeted therapies.

Let today be a reminder: Clots can kill, but knowledge can save lives.

What is APS

Follow us on Hemostasis Today for expert insights, clinical updates, and patient stories throughout APS Awareness Month.

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