Sickle Cell Disease & Summer Heat: Staying Safe, Hydrated, and Prepared
As temperatures rise during the summer months, it becomes even more important for people living with sickle cell disease (SCD) to pay close attention to hydration, heat exposure, and overall wellness. Hot […]
Traveling with Hemophilia This Summer: Planning Ahead for a Safer Trip
Summer is a time for vacations, family visits, camps, and weekend getaways. But for people living with hemophilia, traveling often comes with added planning and preparation. Whether you’re heading out on a […]
Finding Her Voice: Ashley’s Journey Living with a Bleeding Disorder
For many people living with a bleeding disorder, the hardest challenges aren’t always the ones others can see. Ashley Ramos knows this reality well. On the surface, she may look […]
Delayed Diagnosis in Women with Bleeding Disorders: Why It Happens and How to Get the Care You Need
For decades, bleeding disorders like hemophilia have been widely misunderstood as conditions that primarily affect men. But for many women and girls, the reality looks very different, marked by years of unexplained symptoms, dismissal, […]
CIBD at YETI: Strengthening Teen Leadership and Programming
CIBD was honored to send a representative to the YETI (Youth Effectively Transitioning to Independence) Leadership Retreat, a premier weekend program focused on helping teens with bleeding disorders build confidence and […]
Reducing Missed Appointments: How Quality Improvement Supports Patient Care
For patients living with a blood disorder, consistent care is essential to maintaining overall health. Regular appointments allow your care team to monitor your condition, adjust treatments, and help prevent complications. But we also […]
How Ultrasound Guides Personalized Care for Bleeding Disorders
At CIBD, innovation is about continuously finding better ways to care for our patients by enhancing how we assess, treat, and support them every day. One way our team brings this to […]
Supporting Mental Health in the Blood Disorders Community
Living with a blood disorder is more than managing physical symptoms…it carries emotional and psychological challenges that touch every part of daily life. For patients and families, the stress, uncertainty, […]
Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month: Facts, History, Treatment Advancements
Every March, Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month provides an opportunity to educate, advocate, and elevate the voices of individuals and families living with inherited bleeding disorders. It’s a time to reflect on how far […]
Why Hemophilia Treatment Centers (HTCs) Matter: Care That Changes Lives
If you or a loved one is navigating a bleeding disorder, you’ve probably noticed that care isn’t always straightforward. From specialized treatments to coordinated support, managing these conditions can feel overwhelming. That’s where Hemophilia Treatment Centers (HTCs) come in. […]