Bullying has become a major public health issue, and it often starts at a very young age. Through a creative process we will discuss this topic and you will be able to address questions, feelings, and concerns you might have. You will receive helpful tips on how to navigate difficult situations and come up with […]
Join us for a dinner program and learn about von Willebrand Disease (VWD) with Dr. Claudio Sandoval! Dr. Sandoval will provide an overview of VWD for patients and their caregivers and he will also address some issues specific to females, such as low iron deficiency and postpartum hemorrhaging. There will be time for questions and […]
This event is open to women of the Foundation who either have a bleeding disorder or are a spouse/partner or parent/guardian of someone with a bleeding disorder. There is no cost to attend. Register by Monday, January 27, by sending an email to rsvp@wpbdf.org or call the WPBDF office at 724-741-6160. After you register, […]
The Western Pennsylvania Bleeding Disorders Foundation invites you to participate in a special activity for Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month! We are asking our members and families to paint a 4” x 4” mini canvas to go along with World Hemophilia Day’s theme – Access for All: Women and girls bleed too! This collage will hang […]
Better communication as a family living with a bleeding disorder is possible. Topics covered in this overview include learning to manage care, communication outside of the immediate family, use of social media, and disclosure at work and school. To RSVP, email rsvp@wpbdf.org or call the Foundation office at 724-741-6160. Please include any allergies or food […]
Registration is now open! Join us for the inaugural Pennsylvania Bleeding Disorders Conference! Gather with other individuals and families living with bleeding disorders, from across the state of Pennsylvania and surrounding areas. Hear from experts in the bleeding disorders field and learn more about your or your loved one’s bleeding disorder; meet others and grow […]
Join us Saturday, August 9th at Oglebay Resort in Wheeling, WV for a full day of learning and fun! Our day will kick off with an insightful presentation Advocating for Your Care in the Emergency Room, led by Dawn Rotellini from the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation. Then, choose between two breakout sessions: Beyond Bleeds: Optimizing Joint […]
This program will be taking place in the Board Room at the Grand Concourse on Tuesday, September 16th at 6:30pm. To register, please email rsvp@wpbdf.org or call the Chapter office at 724-741-6160. Be sure to include the total number of attendees, any food allergies, and the ages of any children attending. We can’t wait to see […]
To register, please email rsvp@wpbdf.org or call the Chapter office at 724-741-6160. Be sure to include the total number of attendees, any food allergies, and the ages of any children attending. We can’t wait to see you there!
To register, please email rsvp@wpbdf.org or call the Chapter office at 724-741-6160. Be sure to include the total number of attendees and the ages of any children attending. We can’t wait to see you there!
Join us on Zoom! This gathering is for TEENS ONLY! Middle school and high school students who have a bleeding diagnosis or are a teenage sibling of someone with a bleeding diagnosis and/or are involved with Camp Hot-to-Clot are invited to participate. To register, send an email to rsvp@wpbdf.org with your first and last name. […]
For questions, please contact Janet Barone (janet@wpbdf.org / 724-741-6160) or Katharine Bush (kbush@vitalant.org / 412-209-7286). To register, send an email to rsvp@wpbdf.org or call 724-741-6160 to request a registration form.
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