Since the Coronation, the internet and magazines have been full of pictures of Royalty. So I thought it would be appropriate to post on the "Royal Disease", namely Haemophilia. Although this is not strictly related to taking anticoagulants, it is a serious disorder affecting clotting. Queen Victoria Queen Victoria was a carrier for Haemophilia. She had nine children. Her … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving – The scientists who discovered anticoagulants
Even though we live in New Zealand, we like to celebrate the American tradition of Thanksgiving. We have a big family meal and give thanks for the birth parents of our three adopted children (Angela got this idea from Mia Farrow). Afterwards, we get out our Christmas tree and lights to start the long process of decorating inside and outside the house. I am interested in the … [Read more...]
