People with bleeding disorders are living longer than ever before—and that’s changing everything.

Aging with bleeding disorders

People with bleeding disorders are living longer than ever before—and that’s changing everything. With longer life comes a new set of challenges, from clinical care to quality of life, that we’re only just beginning to fully understand now.

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At the WFH 2026 World Congress, aging will be a key theme highlighted across the program. Explore some of these featured sessions below.

Did you know?

Special issues: Haemophilia, the official journal of WFH, is set to release two supplemental issues for Congress: the State of the Art Book and the Book of Abstracts. Look out for both releases on April 19, 2026.

Want to learn how to publish? Join WFH board member Cedric Hermans, MD, for a practical overview of the opportunities and challenges of publishing in the Haemophilia journal during the workshop on Data, Research & Advocacy for Equitable Care on April 19 at 16:00.

Looking for more?

Explore professional development opportunities across 13 interactive workshops designed to build your skills, offer you new insights and support your work.
Space is limited! Arrive early, workshops are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Pre-Congress: Sunday, April 19

WFH
Safety, Efficacy, and Access in Hemophilia and Rare Bleeding Disorders: Navigating the Evolving Therapeutic Landscape
8:30 – 11:30
Musculoskeletal
Ultrasound Workshop
8:30 – 12:30
Nurses
Nurses Professional Development Day
8:30 – 15:00
Psychosocial
Psychosocial Strategies in Managing Bleeding Disorders
8:30 – 15:00
WGBD
Improving Diagnosis and Multidisciplinary Care for Women and Girls with Bleeding Disorders
9:30 – 16:15
Laboratory Sciences
Getting Started: Fundamentals of Hemostasis Testing
12:00 – 14:00
Musculoskeletal
Manual Therapy Workshop
13:00 – 15:30
Laboratory Sciences
Do to Learn, Learn to Do
14:30 – 16:30
Dental
Hands-On Oral Health Education for Patients, Caregivers and Nurses
15:30 – 18:00
Musculoskeletal
Foundations and Practical Strategies for Strength Training in PWBD
16:00 – 18:00
WFH
Data, Research & Advocacy for Equitable Care
16:00 – 18:20
Laboratory Sciences
Standards and Strategies for Quality in Hemostasis Testing
16:45 – 18:15
Medical
How to Run a Clinic
17:00 – 18:15

MedTech and AIFA

The WFH is pleased to announce that the WFH 2026 World Congress is now compliant with the MedTech Europe Code of Ethical Business Practice, the EFPIA Code of Practice and the Italian Medicines Agency (AIFA) requirements, ensuring the highest standards for healthcare professionals attending the event.

Final weeks: Secure your registration and accommodation

Stay on-site at the Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur for direct, convenient access to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Email [email protected] to inquire about WFH discounted group rates and current availability.

Explore our reduced Passport to the World rates, along with other available registration options. Register now before rates increase onsite.

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

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