Hemophilia Federation of America is a national nonprofit organization that assists, educates and advocates for the bleeding disorders community.
The Terry Lamb Health and Wellness Award is award is for exceptional commitment to supporting HFA in its national efforts to encourage health, nutrition and wellness behaviors in the bleeding disorders community. Terry Lamb had severe hemophilia, was an active member of the bleeding disorder community, and was a respected leader. Terry grew up in […]
Benny starts high school this week. How did that happen? When I started working at HFA he was in kindergarten. I remember being amazed at his astounding ability to put 100 piece puzzles together at 5 years old and spend hours building things with Legos. At the start of second grade, despite untold hours trying, […]
The U.S Department of Health and Human Services shares some tips on how to stay active when the winter weather聽makes it unsafe to be outdoors. Take a look! HHS HealthBeat (January 29, 2013) Staying fit together When the weather outside is frightful, being active ain鈥檛 so delightful. It just takes motivation. Stay active with a […]
It is important for individuals with bleeding disorders to participate in some form of physical activity.聽 Being physically active helps to strengthen one鈥檚 muscles, bones and joints. 聽Having a strong healthy body can be a reduction in the number of bleeding episodes an individual might experience.聽 Many in the bleeding disorders community are championing the […]
Many individuals with bleeding disorders are finding better health by being physically active.聽 Matthew Stinger is one such individual.聽 Matthew, who has hemophilia, has benefited from swimming聽& biking and one way he gives back to others within the bleeding disorders community is by participating in HFA鈥檚 annual Gears for Good bike ride. Learn about Matthew […]
It is important for individuals with bleeding disorders to participate in some form of physical activity.聽 Being physically active helps to strengthen one鈥檚 muscles, bones and joints.聽 One of the many benefits of having a strong healthy body can be a reduction in the number of bleeding episodes an individual might experience.聽 Many in the […]
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