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Seeking better health outcomes for women.
BLOOD SISTERHOOD

For as long as there has been a bleeding disorders community, women have 460
played an integral part in shaping it. As mothers of children with bleed-
ing disorders, medical professionals caring for patients, and scientists and re- Blood Sisters attended
searchers working to advance treatment options, women have been at the core local sessions
of this community. For too long however, the conversation around their own
bleeding disorders and the unique healthcare challenges that come with them, 29 Sessions hosted
has been discounted. at 22 Member
In 2016, we continued to invest in our Blood Sisterhood program, strengthen- Organizations
ing a network of women who empower one another. We provided education op-
portunities, resources, tools, and social support to improve their quality of life. 4 Young Adult Google
Hangouts hosted
OUR IMPACT:
4 Young Adult Health
1562 Downloads and Wellness Podcasts
of Sisterhood, produced
our mobile app
6 Educational modules
364 Blood Sisters developed
enrolled in
the program 2 Educational Webinar
hosted