While it’s true that hemophiliacs need to avoid playing intensely physical contact sports like football, boxing or rugby, many people with hemophilia do participate in other sports on a regular basis. In fact, staying active is even more important for hemophiliacs than it is for people without the disease, since a strong body is better […]
The 19th Annual Sports Memorabilia Auction will benefit the Myasthenia Gravis Association of Western Pennsylvania. The event will take place April 7 from 3:00-7:00 pm at the Club at Nevillewood in Presto, PA. John Phillips from The Fan sports radio talk show will be the auctioneer. For more information about the event please click here.
CSL Behring will hold the 2012 Gettin’ In the Game Junior National Championship in Dallas, Texas September 21-23. Participants must be 7-18 and those with a bleeding disorder can apply to play in the baseball and golf portions of the event. For more information about the event and how to apply, please click here.
The Central Texas Hemophilia Association will host an evening talk on Balancing Sports and Exercise. The presentation will be in Spanish and will take place at Pappasitto’s Cantina in Arlington, TX. For more information about the event, please click here.
Growing older requires lifestyle changes of all kinds, depending on your health. Aging with hemophilia is no different. Historically, the life expectancy of a person affected by hemophilia has been low. With the availability of certain drugs and the increased number of care centers handling hemophilia, life expectancy for hemophiliacs has increased. As with other […]
Many people believe that those with hemophilia should be inactive to avoid the risk of bleeds. For those exercising with hemophilia, regular activity can provide positive benefits that outweigh the risk of bleeds such as strengthening muscles, which provides protection for joints and also helps with coordination and stamina. In addition to the physical benefits, […]
