What are Bleeding Disorders?
Bleeding disorders are...
A group of inherited conditions that result when the blood does not clot properly due to a missing or defective protein or cell in one’s blood. Individuals affected by bleeding disorders may experience easy bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, heavy menstrual bleeding, and prolonged and spontaneous bleeding into joints, muscles, and organs. Prolonged bleeding may also occur following surgery or injury.
- Bleeding disorders affect all races, genders, and ages.
- Hemophilia and von Willebrand disease (VWD) are the two most common types of bleeding disorders.
- Hemophilia affects roughly 20,000 individuals in the US.
- VWD affects 1% of the US population.
HOW CAN WE HELP?
HFM was founded in 1956 and is the only chapter in the state of Michigan serving the bleeding disorders community. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all affected by hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, other coagulation disorders, and related complications including HIV/AIDS and hepatitis.
EDUCATION
Providing education at events, workshops, and programs
COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Creating opportunities to find support in one another
ADVOCACY
Standing up for the needs of our community
SUPPORT
Helping when you need a hand
CAMP
Promoting independence and leadership in children 6-18+
BRIDGING THE GAP
Connections, information, and resources
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JUN 3, 2023Annual All Community Reunion and Camp Season Kickoff
Saturday, June 311a-2p This event is our family reunion and will include a chance to grab a grab lunch by the lake at Kensington Metropark, …
JUN 5, 2023Men’s Support Group
Join HFM’s virtual Men’s Support Group on Monday, June 5 at 6:00pm-7:30pm. During this men’s group discussion you are welcome to share your thoughts and …
JUN 9, 2023Community Night: Craig’s Cruisers
Craig’s Cruisers June 9, 2023 Kick-off the start of summer with a night of laughter and fun at Craig’s Cruisers in Wyoming, MI. We hope …
JUN 21, 2023Dinner Talk: Novo Nordisk presents an EHL Hemophilia A treatment option followed by Becoming Your Own Best Advocate
Save the date for Novo Nordisk presents an EHL Hemophilia A treatment option followed by Becoming Your Own Best Advocate a Dinner Talk hosted by Novo Nordisk …
JUN 26, 2023Men’s Community Dinner
Please Join HFM for a Monthly Men’s Community Dinner on the last Monday of every month. This is chance for men 18+ to get together …
JUN 28, 2023Dinner Talk: Going to the ER? How to Advocate for Yourself to Get What You Need
Save the date for Going to the ER? How to Advocate for Yourself to Get What You Need a Dinner Talk hosted by Octapharma on …
