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Coming in 2025! La Kelley Communications’ Flagship Book Raising a Child with Hemophilia Will Be Published Mid-2025
Health and Well Being, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
First published in 1990, this sixth edition is updated to include new medical treatments, resources and up-to-date advice from parents. Stay tuned…
Read, Learn, Act!
Advocacy & Legislation, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
The year has already seen incredible changes with a new presidential administration and over 45 new executive orders. A great article explores…
Rest in Peace, First Lady
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The hemophilia community mourns the passing of Suzanne Massie, age 94, arguably the “first lady” of hemophilia. She and her former husband…
All Your Choices in One Place – Factor Chart Outlines Choices
Health and Well Being, Industry News & Research, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Download LA Kelley Communications’ updated Factor Chart to see how many choices you may have, what might be right for you and…
Watch NBDF’s Testimony on Key Prescription Drug Affordability Bill!
Advocacy & Legislation, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Want to hear firsthand how NBDF is advocating for the bleeding disorders community? Watch the video of Bill Robie, NBDF’s Senior Director…
A Message from the Heart of NBDF
Health and Well Being, Industry News & Research, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Our Commitment to Health Equity & Inclusive Care At NBDF, our mission is clear—every person and family affected by bleeding disorders deserves…
Support for Young Adults Navigating Higher Education
Health and Well Being, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Transitioning to higher education is an exciting but potentially challenging time for everyone. Don’t fret, we are here to help! This new…
How to Navigate Cold and Flu Season with a Bleeding Disorder
Health and Well Being, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Winter is the peak season for sneezin’ — and the congestion, coughing, and achiness that often come with colds and flu. Here’s what…
Clinical Practice and Hemophilia Gene Therapy the Focus of New Accredited Activity
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track designation to the investigational von Willebrand disease (VWD) therapy VGA039. The…
FDA Approves New Non-Opioid Treatment for Pain
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Journavx™ (suzetrigine) 50 milligram oral tablets, a first-in-class non-opioid analgesic developed to treat…
Ever Wonder Why Hemophilia B Was Once Called Christmas Disease?
Industry News & Research, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Did You Know? The name for a well-known bleeding disorder has a surprising origin tied to a 5-year-old boy from Canada. Learn why…
How to Cope with Seasonal Depression When You Have a Bleeding Disorder
Health and Well Being, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
About 1 in 20 people have seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, a form of depression that occurs during the winter and gets…
Michigan Study Explores Gene Therapy Understanding in Hemophilia Community
Gene Therapy, Industry News & Research, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Participate in Groundbreaking Michigan Study on Gene Therapy Awareness in the Hemophilia Community The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation is supporting an important…
NBDF’s Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs) Listing Updated!
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The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation’s (NBDF) HANDI program has updated the online Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs) listing. The PAPs resource page encompasses programs designed to…
New Recommendations Issued on Bleeding Disorders Treatment, Bone Health and Mental Health
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The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) has announced that three new documents have been issued by the Medical and Scientific Advisory Council…
New Video Series: Voices for Policy Change
Advocacy & Legislation, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Voices for Policy Change is a video series created by the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) designed to educate, empower and mobilize the community about important legislative…
B Informed!
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For thirty years, the Coalition for Hemophilia B has improved the quality of life for people with hemophilia B and their families…
HANDI Highlights Resources for Historically Underserved Population
Living with a Bleeding Disorder, Women with Bleeding Disorders
October HANDI Highlights is dedicated to an historically underserved group within the inherited bleeding disorders community – women, girls, and people with the propensity…
Telling Your Life Story?
Health and Well Being, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
With the advent of self-publishing, many people who live with hemophilia, including patients, spouses, and children, are sharing their personal stories by…
Can Someone with a Bleeding Disorder Join the Military?
Advocacy & Legislation, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
When you turn 18, you need to sign up with Selective Services. Will the armed forces accept someone with a bleeding disorder?…
Educational Video for Kids!
Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Meet “Kevin” and learn about hemophilia. Cincinnati Children’s Hemophilia Treatment Center presents a colorful and age-appropriate video called “Clot Control” with animated…
New Study Uncovers Breakthrough for Long-Term Hemophilia A Gene Therapy
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new preclinical study led by CHOP researchers, published in Nature Communications, offers promising insights into the long-term effectiveness of hemophilia A gene therapy….
2025 World Hemophilia Day Theme Revealed
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The World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) announced the 2025 World Hemophilia Day theme: Access for All: Women and Girls Bleed Too. Learn…
Ask a Social Worker: Can Someone with a Bleeding Disorder Join the Military?
Health and Well Being, Living with a Bleeding Disorder
Learn the steps you need to take if you’re interested in serving your country. To ask a social worker, email askasocialworker@bleeding.org. Learn More….