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Ask the Nurse: Navigating Procedures Safely with a Bleeding Disorder
by Jenna Richard, Senior RN, Central Virginia Center for Coagulation Disorders at VCU School of Medicine Q: I am scheduled for dental work soon and have a bleeding disorder. What do I need to know to stay safe during procedures like this or others that might cause...
Celebrating 50 Years: Hemophiliacs Get Home Care Tips
This article is from the Richmond Times-Dispatch, published on Saturday, May 10, 1975. Go here to view the article. Hemophiliacs Get Home Care Tips By Beverly Orndorff Times-Dispatch Science Writer Patients and families of patients with hemophilia are learning to...
Action Alert: Fight Cuts to Medicaid and Marketplace Insurance
Congress is back from recess, and momentum is picking up again around HR 1 – the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The bill has now moved to the Senate, and we expect significant movement in the coming weeks, with Senate Majority Leader Thune aiming to have it on President...
June 2025 Monthly Update
Go here to read our June 2025 VHF Monthly Update! No time to read? Check out this audio file—a quick, podcast-style disscussion of our newsletter created with Google’s Notebook LM. It’s not perfect (just like us!), but it’s a fun, easy way to listen to VHF news when...
Congressional Update: One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Krista Davidson, VHF Volunteer and Advocate In May, the House passed the budget reconciliation bill, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, by a one-vote majority of 215-214. The bill is currently undergoing changes in the Senate. If it receives enough votes, the bill will...
Family Camp Weekend Recap
Our recent Family Camp Weekend was filled with connection, learning, and fun! This special weekend gave families the opportunity to experience camp life together, build new friendships, and feel the support and care of the VHF community firsthand. First-time attendee...

