Volunteer award winners announced
At today’s Inaugural Plenary, we honoured volunteers whose efforts have been instrumental in advancing the mission of the WFH. Sukesh Nair, MD, former chair of the WFH Lab Sciences Committee, was awarded the WFH International Healthcare Volunteer Award for his commitment to patient care, education, global healthcare enhancement and external quality control. The Hemophilia Society of Turkey received the WFH President’s Award for their exemplary support of patients and healthcare providers, spanning beyond Turkey to countries like Azerbaijan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria. Congratulations to our deserving winners!
Recap: Increasing access to treatment
Today’s session, “Increasing access to treatment” covered the current state of access to treatment across the globe. Alain Baumann, CEO of the WFH, spoke about the impact the WFH is having on increasing equitable access to care for people with bleeding disorders (PWBDs). Assad Haffar, MD, WFH Medical & Humanitarian Aid Director, then went on to talk about the specific impact of the WFH Humanitarian Aid Program. Carlos Safadi, (Argentina), Bishesh Sharma Poudyal, MD (Nepal), and Mohammad Robed Amin, MD (Bangladesh) shared their country experiences with attendees. A panel then discussed successful strategies that can be used to accelerate access to treatment before moving on to a Q&A period.
Visit our virtual poster gallery
We hope you’ve had a chance to drop by our poster gallery in the exhibit hall. If you haven’t yet, why not head over there now and take part in the poster networking event that’s on until 20:30? After that, you can browse even more content on our virtual poster gallery here.
Poster networking event
Time: 19:30 to 20:30
Location: Poster Gallery, Exhibit Hall 9
WFH Global Champion program gathering
Today at the WFH Resource Centre in the Exhibit Hall, there was a gathering to celebrate WFH Global Champions. Participants heard inspiring narratives and connected with WFH Global Champions. Have you considered joining? The WFH Global Champions program is the perfect way for you to share your commitment to the global bleeding disorders community. Be a part of the transformational change we are creating for the thousands who still live without access to diagnosis, treatment and care. Global Champions are passionate donors on a mission to improve and sustain care for people with inherited bleeding disorders around the globe. Your support helps us invest in the programs and initiatives that will empower patient advocates and healthcare providers with the knowledge and tools they need to make a difference. With a contribution of USD $40 monthly or $500 annually, you too can become a WFH Global Champion. Learn more here.
MSK Annual General Meeting taking place tomorrow
The annual musculoskeletal (MSK) general meeting will take place tomorrow morning, and will feature a number of topics, including the 2024 annual report, current challenges being faced by the community, the 2024 officer elections, and a look at the future of MSK treatment. To find out more, have a look at the full Congress program here.
Open to all MSK professionals.
Time: 7:45 to 8:45
Location: N117-N118, 1st floor, North Convention Center
Program at a glance for tomorrow
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