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How to Choose the Right Hemophilia Treatment Options for You

In a rapidly changing hemophilia treatment landscape, shared decision-making helps patients and providers choose the option that fits best.
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How to Choose the Right Hemophilia Treatment Options for You
Heavy Periods, No Answers: My Path to a von Willebrand Disease Diagnosis

It took years for Julie Schiffmacher to be diagnosed with von Willebrand disease. Now she’s turning that experience into advocacy.
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Von Willebrand Disease vs. Hemophilia: Key Differences in Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

These two bleeding disorders share some similarities but are also unique in significant ways. Here’s what you need to know.
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Understanding more about your period can help you have greater control over your health, especially when managing a bleeding disorder.

Menstruation tracking is a valuable tool. Experts say to be vigilant in what information you share.

Women's Bleeding Disorders, Taking Charge

The rare condition usually affects people in their 70s and 80s without warning. Here’s what you need to know.

Adults & Aging, Rare Bleeding Disorders

Katherine Spacek has never had to use the patient assistance program offered by the manufacturer of the clotting factor used...

Taking Charge, Insurance

Douglas Smith Jr., 43, was surprised when, last May, the fitness and nutrition counselor at his hemophilia center in Rochester...

In each issue of HemAware , we “Take 5” with people in the bleeding disorders community and spotlight their efforts...

My Journey

Information in this article comes from America’s Health Insurance Plans and the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance booklet...

Insurance

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