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WFH November webinars explore key areas of bleeding disorders care

This November, the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) will host four digital webinars which will address important topics for the global inherited bleeding disorders community. From adolescent care and rare bleeding disorders to women’s oral health and chronic synovitis, these sessions will bring together expert perspectives and practical guidance to support healthcare professionals, people with bleeding disorders, and the wider community.

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“Bleeding Disorders & Adolescence: Transition and Adherence During this Complex Stage” will examine treatment adherence and the transition to adult care. “Step by step to stop the bleeding: health care for rare bleeding disorders” will explore diagnosis, the monitoring of novel treatments, and knowledge gaps in Europe, alongside perspectives on rare bleeding disorders (RBDs) care. “Oral Health in Women and Girls with Bleeding Disorders: Across the Reproductive Life Course, from Girlhood to Pregnancy” will explore how oral healthcare needs change from childhood and puberty through pregnancy. “Options for treatment of chronic synovitis” will bring together clinical and rehabilitation perspectives on recognizing and managing chronic synovitis, including synovectomy, vessel ablation, platelet-rich plasma, and rehabilitation.

For more information—and to register—see below.

Oral Health in Women and Girls with Bleeding Disorders: Across the Reproductive Life Course, from Girlhood to Pregnancy

How can oral healthcare respond to the changing needs of women and girls with bleeding disorders? Join members of the WFH Dental Committee to explore oral health from childhood and puberty through pregnancy, with a focus on prevention, dental care, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Date and time
November 6, 2026
8:00 to 9:30 a.m. EST
1:00 to 2:30 p.m. GMT

Bleeding Disorders & Adolescence: Transition and Adherence During this Complex Stage

Adolescence brings new responsibilities and challenges for young people living with bleeding disorders. Join us and members of the WFH Psychosocial Committee to explore the transition to adult care, including how healthcare professionals can support adolescents as they become more independent in managing their care.

Date and time
November 17, 2026
4:00 a.m. EST
11:00 a.m. EST

Options for treatment of chronic synovitis

Join the WFH Musculoskeletal (MSK) Committee to explore approaches to the examination, recognition, and treatment of chronic synovitis in people with bleeding disorders. This webinar will bring together clinical and rehabilitation perspectives to share experiences and discuss treatment options.

Date and time
November 18, 2026
9:00 to 10:30 a.m. EST

Step by step to stop the bleeding: health care for rare bleeding disorders

This webinar, hosted by the WFH von Willebrand Disease and Rare Bleeding Disorders (VWD-RBD) Committee will explore diagnosis, the monitoring of novel treatments, and knowledge gaps in Europe, alongside perspectives on rare bleeding disorders (RBDs) care in Türkiye. Participants will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the challenges and approaches for this patient population.

Date and time
November 23, 2026
9:00 to 10:30 a.m. EST

Take part in one or more of these upcoming WFH webinars and connect with experts from across the bleeding disorders community. Register for the sessions that interest you using the links above and join the conversation this November to strengthen your knowledge and support better care for people with bleeding disorders worldwide.

We’ve accomplished a lot this year, we need your help to continue strong.

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