How do we help?

The Rocky Mountain Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorders Association (RMH&BDA) primarily serves Montana and Wyoming residents. It provides the following services to those affected by bleeding disorders or anyone interested in learning more:

Education
RMH&BDA disseminates information on inherited bleeding disorders and their complications, including hepatitis and HIV/AIDS, to consumers, health care providers, and the public. RMH&BDA also supports the National Hemophilia Foundation's Prevention Program Guidelines, which include getting an annual comprehensive checkup at a hemophilia treatment center, getting vaccinated (hepatitis A and B are preventable), treating bleeds early and adequately, exercising to protect joints, and getting tested regularly for blood-borne infections. The organization also publishes and distributes a quarterly newsletter and maintains a library of brochures, books, articles, videos and audio tapes.

Peer Support
RMH&BDA sponsors an annual family camp for affected members and their families, assists families in getting to their nearest satellite clinic held annually by the Mountain States Regional Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center, and hosts lunches at each of the satellite clinics.

Resource and Referral
RMH&BDA gathers and maintains listings for specialized hemophilia care and emergency clotting factor acquisition, sponsors youth to hemophilia camps, provides financial reimbursement guidance, and supports comprehensive bleeding disorder care in Montana and Wyoming.

   
 

Our mission statement is: "To improve the quality of care and life for persons with inherited bleeding disorders, including hemophilia and Von Willebrand disease, through education, peer support, resource and referral."

 

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