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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 10h

The October Communique is now available! (link in bio) transfusion.ca/resources/cs... Le communiqué de octobre est maintenant disponible! << lien dans la bio >> transfusion.ca/fr/ressource... #cstm_scmt #transfusion #canadianhealthcare

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

CSTM encourages everyone to reflect today. Learn more about the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/16311301... La SCMT encourage tout le monde à réfléchir aujourd’hui. En savoir plus sur la journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation #cstm_scmt #ndtr

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

CSTM 2027 is in Edmonton, May 27 - 30. A call for session proposals is now open through Sep 18, 2026 bit.ly/3T5LsU4 SCMT 2027 sera à Edmonton du 27 au 30 mai . Appel de propositions de sessions se fermera le 18 septembre #cstm_scmt #transfusion #callfortopics #canadianhealthcare

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

The September Communique is now available! (link in bio) transfusion.ca/resources/cs... Le communiqué de septembre est maintenant disponible! << lien dans la bio >> transfusion.ca/fr/ressource... #cstm_scmt #transfusion #canadianhealthcare

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Read the latest blog about the new Choosing Wisely Canada recommendations for transfusion medicine transfusion.ca/resources/bl... Lire le dernier blogue sur les nouvelles recommandations de Choisir avec soin pour la médecine transfusionnelle #cstmscmt #choosingwisely #transfusion

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Welcome, Clare O'Reilly, to the CSTM Board of Directors! transfusion.ca/about-us/gov... Bienvenue, Clare O’Reilly, au conseil d’administration de la SCTM!

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

The August Communique is now available! (link in bio) transfusion.ca/resources/cs... Le communiqué de août est maintenant disponible! << lien dans la bio >> transfusion.ca/fr/ressource...

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Do you know the answer? Find out on Jul 15 live with us! This session is offered simultaneously in both English and French. Open to everyone. (link in bio) #transfusion #education #cstm_scmt

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Do you know the answer? Find out on Jul 15 live with us! This session is offered simultaneously in both English and French. Open to everyone. (link in bio) #transfusion #education #cstm_scmt

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Our latest blog shares transfusion learning resources, and an important survey from CBS to shape the future of their professional education. transfusion.ca/resources/bl... #transfusion #survey

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Are you ready to write up your case, paper or poster? Join us July 15 to learn more about effective scientific writing. Use the QR code to register or click the link in bio. #cstm_scmt # transfusion #webinar #ContinuingEducation

Affiche de la session d’éducation CSTM pour la séance de rédaction scientifique le 15 juillet à 12h ET.

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

The CSTM Standards for Hospital Transfusion Services, version 6 draft is now available for public review in both English and French. transfusion.ca/our-work/sta... #cstm_scmt #standards #transfusion

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The July Communique is now available! (link in bio) transfusion.ca/resources/cs... Le communiqué de juillet est maintenant disponible! << lien dans la bio >> transfusion.ca/fr/ressource... #cstm_scmt #transfusion #newsletter

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Members! You can now access the conference presentations in the member area of the website. transfusion.ca/members/educ... Membres! vous pouvez maintenant consulter les présentations du congrès dans l’espace réservé aux membres sur le site Web. #cstm2026scmt #conference #TransfusionMedicine

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Version 2 of CSTM’s competencies for specialists in transfusion science education supports medical laboratory training programs and students to achieve advanced education in transfusion medicine. Learn more about the competencies and the STS Education Committee. transfusion.ca/our-work/spe...

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Feedback is open through June 30, 2026 on these draft revised definitions for adverse transfusion events to be potentially used in a future hemovigilance system in Canada, with the sunsetting of the TTISS program. transfusion.ca/our-work/hem... #cstm_scmt #hemovigilance #feedback #openforreview

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made CSTM 2026 a success! We connected from across the country to share best practices, research, inspiration and ideas. See you next year in Edmonton, May 27 - 30! #cstm2026scmt #transfusion #conference

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

CSTM2026 Saturday: Following the AGM, this year's award winners present their work and research, starting with the @quidelortho award winner Lani Lieberman and advances in pediatric and neonatal transfusion medicine. Congratulations! 🎉 #cstm2026scmt #pediatrics #transfusion

Lani Lieberman speaks at a podium at CSTM 2026

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

CSTM 2026 formally opened with author Lawrence Hill sharing his wisdom and perspectives on blood as our keynote speaker to a rapt gathering of transfusion professionals, shaping how we consider the context of our science this weekend, and beyond. #transfusionmedicine #cstm2026scmt

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Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada @royalcollege.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

The Royal College is piloting free access to MEDLINE Ultimate for Fellows who have little or no access to evidence-based resources — opening up 2,500+ peer‑reviewed journals with advanced search and AI summaries: bit.ly/3NNhOQP #MEDLINEUltimate #EquitableAccess #RuralHealthcare #MedEd

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Quote of the morning from our AI workshop: if all you can do is prompt AI, then AI *will* take your job. @transfusion.health #cstm2026scmt #transusionmedicine #AIinmedicine

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

In our second workshop room, the jury is out on the use of AI in manuscripts and abstracts. What constitutes reasonable use of AI in scientific writing? #cstm2026scmt #transfusionmedicine #ai #scientificwriting

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

CSTM2026 begins today with workshop sessions, and starts with a conversation about moral injury and moral distress in healthcare. How do you and your team navigate the challenges of high stakes care? #cstm2026scmt #transfusion #transfusionmedicine #cstmscmt #workshop

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Our Transfusion Medicine Refresher Course takes learning beyond the textbook with real lab procedures, practical resources, and content from Canadian Blood Services. Looking to refresh your transfusion medicine knowledge? Explore the course today in our course catalogue through the link in bio.

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

The June Communique is now available! (link in bio) transfusion.ca/resources/cs... Le communiqué de juinest maintenant disponible! << lien dans la bio >> transfusion.ca/fr/ressource... #cstm_scmt #transfusion #newsletter

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Learn and connect at the CSTM 2026 poster evening and exhibitor's reception - see you soon! transfusion.ca/events/2026-... Apprenez et connectez-vous lors de la soirée des affiches SCMT 2026 et de la réception des exposants - à bientôt ! #cstm2026scmt #transfusion #conference

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Rumour has it that the daily commute in Hamilton can be tough, but the views are worth it. At CSTM 2026 in Hamilton, the commute is optional! All of your navigation needs are on our conference pages transfusion.ca/events/2026-...

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

It's coming into focus - CSTM 2026 is next week at the Hamilton Convention Centre! transfusion.ca/events/2026-... La photo devient de plus en plus claire - le SCMT 2026 aura lieu la semaine prochaine au Centre des congrès d’Hamilton! #cstm2026scmt #HamiltonON #transfusion

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Excitement is building - read more from our Canadian Blood Services partners and participants about what's coming to Hamilton in just over a week! transfusion.ca/resources/bl... #cstm2026scmt #countdown #transfusion

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Buchanan Award winner, Rebecca Barty transfusion.ca/about-us/awa... Félicitations à notre lauréat du prix Buchanan 2026, Rebecca Barty #cstm_scmt #transfusion #cstm2026scmt #BuchananAward

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Blum Award winner, Susanna Darnel transfusion.ca/about-us/awa... Félicitations à notre lauréat du prix Blum 2026, Susanna Darnel #cstm_scmt #transfusion #cstm2026scmt #BlumAward

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Join us Jun 4 for memorable President's Reception at Alumni Memorial Hall with charm, colleagues and star gazing. Learn more and purchase your ticket transfusion.ca/events/2026-... #cstm2026scmt #hamilton #mcmaster #WJMcCallion

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Canadian Blood Services Dana Devine Award winner, Jerry Leung transfusion.ca/about-us/awa... Félicitations à notre lauréat du prix “Dana Devine” de la Société Canadienne du Sang 2026, Jerry Leung #cstm_scmt #transfusion #cstm2026scmt #DanaDevineAward

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Quidel Ortho Award winner, Lani Lieberman. transfusion.ca/about-us/awa... Félicitations à notre lauréat du prix Quidel Ortho 2026, Lani Lieberman. #cstm_scmt #transfusion #cstm2026scmt #QuidelOrthoAward #transfusionmedicine

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Meet &greet with keynote speaker, Lawrence Hill! Signed copies of Blood: The Stuff of Life are now available for purchase through the CSTM 2026 conference registration Deadline: May 10, 2026 transfusion.ca/events/2026-... #cstm2026scmt #cstm_sctm #LawrenceHill #TransfusionMedicine #HamiltonOntario

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

CSTM 2026 Last chance for discounted registration and hotel! Early Bird registration closes at midnight on April 30th, and member hotel conference rate deadline is May 4. cstm2026.dryfta.com #cstm2026scmt #transfusion #conference #cstm_scmt

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Are you ready for a change? We have a new and standing postings on our Career page www.transfusion.ca/Resources/Ca... Êtes-vous prêt pour un changement? Nous avons de nouvelles offres d’emploi permanentes sur notre page Carrière www.transfusion.ca/Ressources/O... #cstm_scmt #career #healthcarecareer

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Can you solve the case? Join us Apr 15 to solve our Spring Serology case studies, in both English and French. (link in bio) Pouvez-vous résoudre le cas ? Rejoignez-nous le 15 avril pour résoudre nos études de cas de sérologie printanière, en anglais et en français. <lien dans la bio> #cstm_scmt

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Register for CSTM 2026 before early bird prices fade into the mist on April 30 transfusion.ca/events/2026-... Inscrivez-vous à SCMT 2026 avant que les prix des inscriptions anticipées ne disparaissent dans la brume le 30 avril ! transfusion.ca/fr/evenement... #cstm2026scmt #transfusion

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

We are seeking feedback on these draft revised definitions for adverse transfusion events to be potentially used in a future hemovigilance system in Canada, with the sunsetting of the TTISS program. Feedback is open through Jun 30 transfusion.ca/our-work/hem... #transfusion #transfusionreactions

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The April Communique is now available! (link in bio) transfusion.ca/resources/cs... Le communiqué de avril est maintenant disponible! << lien dans la bio >> transfusion.ca/fr/ressource... #cstm_scmt #transfusion #newsletter

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Systematic Review Initiative @sritransfusion.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

✨2025 was a great year for the SRI: 📄we provided evidence for 8 ongoing trials 🔍our existing #systematicreviews were cited in 31 guidelines ✅we were successful on 2 PPIE funding applications and even won an #ISBT award 🏆 Find out more about our work here: www.systematicreviewinitiative.com

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Join us April 15 for a selection of spring serology case studies! Use the QR code to register or click the link in bio. Rejoignez-nous le 15 avril pour une sélection d’études de cas sur la sérologie printanière ! Utilisez le code QR pour vous inscrire ou visitez le lien dans la bio. #cstm_scmt

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Become a sponsor or exhibitor for CSTM 2026 and join the transfusion community in Hamilton, Ontario. transfusion.ca/events/2026-... Devenez un commanditaire ou un exposant pour SCMT 2026 et joignez-vous à la communauté de transfusion à Hamilton, en Ontario. #cstm_scmt #cstm_scmt2025 #sponorship

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TH, Thrombosis & Haemostasis,TH Open @thjournal.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

📌Optimizing Surgical Approaches for Patients with Inherited Factor VII Deficiency 👀 Read our interview 💬 with Pablo García and colleagues. www.linkedin.com/pulse/optimi... Read full article here 🔗 www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejo...

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TH: Why did you (and your colleagues) write this paper? What was its main purpose? Pablo García and colleagues: This article stems from a publicly funded research project aimed at characterising conge...

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

The March Communique is now available! (link in bio) transfusion.ca/resources/cs... Le communiqué de mars est maintenant disponible! << lien dans la bio >> transfusion.ca/fr/ressource... #cstm_scmt #transfusion #newsletter

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

CSTM 2026 Conference Abstract Submissions are open until Mar 28 transfusion.ca/events/2026-... or via link in bio Congrès de la SCMT 2026: Les résumés scientifiques sont ouverts jusqu’au 28 mars transfusion.ca/fr/evenement... ou soumettre à via le lien dans la bio #cstm_scmt #cstm2026scmt

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Looking for transfusion resources? Find what you need in our curated links, career postings, education, updates and blogs transfusion.ca/resources/ #cstm_scmt #transfusion #transfusionmedicine

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Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine @cstm-scmt.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Looking for a bursary to join CSTM 2026 in Hamilton? Apply by February 15! transfusion.ca/about-us/awa... À la recherche d’une bourse pour rejoindre CSTM 2026 à Hamilton ? Postulez avant le 15 février ! #cstm2026scmt #transfusion #bursary

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