Host of 2X award winning Super Awesome Science Show on @curiouscast. 30yrs micro/immuno research. Wrote The Germ Code & The Germ Files. Answering #COVID19 Qs.
Mar 29, 2021 โข 12 tweets โข 3 min read
Okay, @DowntownCharles and @CMayerScience - I'll start a new thread on VIPIT.
When your blood clots, there are a few mechanisms that occur. One of them involves a factor known as Platelet Factor 4 (PF4) which is released from platelets and involved in the clotting process. 1/11
Research has shown PF4 interacts with heparin to reduce its effectiveness as an anticoagulant that can be used to help prevent a variety of clotting concerns. But in some rare cases, another problem can occur called Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia. 2/11
Sep 14, 2020 โข 21 tweets โข 9 min read
If youโre wondering what has happened over the last few weeks in terms of the #COVID19 response and the rise in cases, all you need to do is look at the #PandemicTimeline to understand why we're here.
Also, if you want to wait for the TL;DR, at least enjoy the GIFs.
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Unlike some threats, both natural and intentional that happen in an instant and then leave us trying to cope, a #pandemic is a phenomenon that lasts for months. And with each day comes new challenges to the one thing that keeps us calm, trust in those who guide us. 2/20
