Australia – Drug for rare blood disorder not funded by government
The blood disorder atypical haemolytic uraemic syndrome (aHUS) affects two in every one million Queenslanders and causes damage to a person’s vital…
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Hemophilia Organization Dinner Honoring Those in Bleeding Community
The National Hemophilia Foundation (NHF) announced the date of their 4th annual Spring Soiree where they will pay tribute to…
Alabama – Doctor updates treatment guidelines online for Hep C
Good news for those who suffer from the chronic blood-borne infection Hepatitis C and the providers who take care of…
Louisiana – School Board Member with Rare Bleeding Disorder Going the Distance
Courageous. Resilient. Never give up attitude. Fayette County School Board chairman John Price exemplifies all of these virtues. Mr Price…
Australia – Young Girl With Von Willebrand Disease Wins Annual Award
Elicia Dearsley was on a mission this past year, even after being diagnosed with the bleeding disorder von Willebrand disease….
WEBLEED POLL – WHAT WINTER OLYMPIC EVENTS WOULD YOU COMPETE IN?
The 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia are well under way and our staff got to thinking about the numerous…
J4F: Creepy Photo Tour of Medical Past
From the folks over at Ebaum’s World comes this photo tour of our creepy medical history and some…
Wish comes true for vWD patient
A 12 year old boy who suffers from a severe case of von Willebrand Disease (vWD) had his wish come…
Nosebleed = Bleeding Disorder?
Does having a nosebleed mean that I have a bleeding disorder? Your doctor or favorite medical website probably calls nosebleeds…
Supermom vs. Hemophilia
Samantha Costa, author of the blog “Blessed Blood,” recently wrote about hemophilia as being both a villain and ally to…