Welcome to the Spring 2025 edition of The Count, ITP Australia and New Zealand’s quarterly magazine.
This 24-page issue marks a milestone – the 10th anniversary of Global ITP Awareness Week. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to take part this September, from joining the ITP Scavenger Hunt and spotting purple landmarks as part of the #LightUp4ITP campaign, to learning how Shared Decision-Making can transform the way you approach treatment.
In this edition, we also introduce ITP & Me: A Teen Guide to Living with ITP – a ground-breaking resource written with and for young people. You’ll hear how it was created, why it matters, and what teens are saying about finally having something that speaks directly to their experiences.
Beyond Awareness Week, there’s a wide range of features designed to inform and support you, including:
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International ITP Alliance – Meet Rubén from Argentina and discover how his organisation supports families.
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Beyond the Count Podcast – Catch up on our growing podcast, which is already reaching listeners in more than 16 countries.
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Cognitive Function and Fatigue – A closer look at the hidden burden of ITP and strategies to manage it day-to-day.
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Reflections from Philadelphia – Insights from the PDSA’s 25th Annual Patient Conference and the latest International ITP Alliance meeting.
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Looking at the Big Picture – Why your platelet count is just one part of the ITP puzzle.
You’ll also find updates on ITP clinical trials, our Buzzy Kit program for children, and details of the 2026 ITP Patient Conference in Melbourne.
Wherever you are on your ITP journey, we hope this issue brings you practical advice, new knowledge, and the reminder that you are part of a strong, supportive community.