MASAC Approves Recommendations on Non-Factor Hemophilia Therapies, HTC Social Worker Roles

MASAC Approves Recommendations on Non-Factor Hemophilia Therapies, HTC Social Worker Roles
The three new documents approved by NBDF's Medical and Scientific Advisory Council include important recommendations on the off-label use of emicizumab in acquired hemophilia, the use of anti-tissue factor pathway inhibitors in hemophilia, and the role of HTC social workers.

Access New Healthcare Provider Education on Bone & Mental Health in Women with Bleeding Disorders

Access New Healthcare Provider Education on Bone & Mental Health in Women with Bleeding Disorders
This activity explores illustrative case studies, presentations, and thoughtful discussions about the critical need for regular screening for anxiety/depression and bone health in women with inherited bleeding disorders.

Clinical Practice and Hemophilia Gene Therapy the Focus of New Accredited Activity

Clinical Practice and Hemophilia Gene Therapy the Focus of New Accredited Activity
This activity is intended for learners to enhance their ability to recognize the key differences in gene therapies for hemophilia A compared with hemophilia B, and to leverage evolving data about gene therapies for hemophilia to better care for patients.

Enduring Education Focuses on Hemophilia Non-Factor Replacement Therapy

Enduring Education Focuses on Hemophilia Non-Factor Replacement Therapy
"Exploring Non-Factor Replacement Therapies for Hemophilia Care: Achieving Positive Outcomes," is intended for U.S.-based hematologist/oncologists, pediatricians, primary care physicians, emergency medicine physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other members of the comprehensive hemophilia care team

First Sickle Cell Patient to Receive Gene Therapy Featured in NYT

First Sickle Cell Patient to Receive Gene Therapy Featured in NYT
Sickle cell disease is linked to an abnormality in the hemoglobin protein, which normally helps carry oxygen throughout the body via red blood cells. This causes red blood cells, normally disc shaped and flexible enough to travel smoothly in the body, to become rigid and misshapen to resemble a “C” or sickle.

Intellia Therapeutics Withdraws from Hemophilia B Gene Editing Program, Leaving Regeneron in Charge

Intellia Therapeutics Withdraws from Hemophilia B Gene Editing Program, Leaving Regeneron in Charge
In a significant development within the gene editing arena, Intellia Therapeutics has announced its decision to opt out of a hemophilia B program, relinquishing control of CRISPR/Cas9-based gene editing work on factor IX treatments to its partner, Regeneron.

Hepatocellular Cancer Screening and Gene Therapy Preparedness the Focus of New Recommendations

Hepatocellular Cancer Screening and Gene Therapy Preparedness the Focus of New Recommendations

Two new documents have been issued by the NBDF’s Medical and Scientific Advisory Council (MASAC), which periodically writes recommendations and advisories on treatment, research, and other general health concerns of the inheritable bleeding disorders community.

Study Results Encourage Discussion of Therapeutic Options for VWD Patients with Menorrhagia

Study Results Encourage Discussion of Therapeutic Options for VWD Patients with Menorrhagia

While the majority of women with von Willebrand disease (VWD) will experience heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) often associated negative impacts on overall health and quality of life, available data relevant to effective treatment is limited.

Small Study Looks at Use of Epidural Analgesia During Labor in VWD Type 1

Small Study Looks at Use of Epidural Analgesia During Labor in VWD Type 1

A research abstract presented at the recent Thrombosis & Haemostasis Summit of North America 2020 Virtual Conference suggested that epidural analgesia may be a safe option for pregnant women with von Willebrand disease (VWD) type 1, provided clotting factors are maintained at certain levels.

Live Medical Preconference Symposium at NHF’s BDC to Tackle Rare Bleeding & Platelet Disorders

Live Medical Preconference Symposium at NHF’s BDC to Tackle Rare Bleeding & Platelet Disorders
Our distinguished faculty for this year's syposium will be reviewing the treatments currently available to manage bleeding in these patients and share significant advances being made to improve genetic diagnosis, including valuable insights on how to interpret rare platelet gene panels.

CDC Calls for Stakeholder Comments on Pain, Pain Management and Opioid Use

CDC Calls for Stakeholder Comments on Pain, Pain Management and Opioid Use
The CDC is interested in hearing from patients with acute or chronic pain, patients’ family members and/or caregivers, and health care providers who care for patients with pain or conditions that can complicate pain management such as opioid use disorder or overdose.