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The Haemophilia Society is the only UK-wide charity for all those affected by a genetic bleeding disorder. We help people with genetic bleeding disorders to lead fulfilling lives, make informed choices and to support and inspire others.

The content of this website is for information only, it is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

The Haemophilia Society cannot give out any medical, diagnosis or treatment advice and recommend that you speak to your haemophilia team or GP directly for advice on your healthcare concern.

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My child is newly diagnosed

Finding out that you or your child has a bleeding disorder can be a stressful experience, and we’re here to help you to make sense of it all.

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Someone I know has a bleeding disorder

There are lots of different bleeding disorders. Find out more about the different types of bleeding disorders and the treatment options available.

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All you need to know to keep fit and healthy with a bleeding disorder and the support and benefits available to you and your family.

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Latest news at the Haemophilia Society

15 Jun 21

Lack of awareness of women’s bleeding disorders is delaying diagnosis

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07 May 21

Face-to-face PIP assessments to resume in England

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26 Apr 21

The Haemophilia Society and Healthcare at Home –working together to improve the service to patients with bleeding disorders

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22 Apr 21

Takeda UK and The Haemophilia Society launch national survey results uncovering new insights into mental health impact for people living with bleeding disorders

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Newly Diagnosed Weekend

Our Newly Diagnosed Weekends (NDW) are free events that support parents who have recently found…
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  • 26 May 21 at 6:00pm

Meeting to discuss latest evidence from the Infected Blood Inquiry

Join us on Wednesday, 26 May at 6pm to discuss the latest evidence from the…
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Members Stories

Mardin’s Story

My name is Mardin, and I am 25 years old. I am from Iraq. I…
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Gemma’s Story

Caring for someone living with a bleeding disorder in lockdown has taught me that the…
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Sunny’s Story

My name is Sunny and I suffer from severe Von Willebrand Type 3. Generally, lockdown…
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Dana’s Story

I am a carrier of Severe haemophilia A and have mild haemophilia myself, we live…
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Understanding Haemophilia & other bleeding disorders

People with bleeding disorders, have a condition that means the blood can’t clot properly. Those with bleeding disorders experience bleeding for longer and may sometimes experience spontaneous bleeds into joints, muscles and soft tissues. Some of the most common bleeding disorders include: Haemophilia A & B | Von Willerbrand Disease

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Thank you to our sponsors

We are thankful to the companies below who have supported the update of our website in 2021:

Novo Nordisk has provided sponsorship to The Haemophilia Society to support with the costs of updating this website. Novo Nordisk has had no control or influence over the information/content included on this website unless where stated.

The update of this website was supported by a restricted grant from Chugai Pharma UK Ltd and Roche Products Limited. Chugai Pharma UK Ltd and Roche Products Limited has had no control or influence over the information/content included on this website unless where stated.