Giving thanks for education and awareness about bleeding disorders
What do developmental disabilities, French bread, endometriosis, nutrition, English tourism, and bleeding disorders have in common? They all claim March…
Articles by Cazandra Campos-MacDonald
What it’s like managing hemophilia and an inhibitor, part 3
Last in a series. Read parts one and two. Guinea pigs are similar to humans. Their body chemistry…
What it’s like managing hemophilia with an inhibitor, part 2
Second in a series. Read part one. A hemophilia inhibitor is like a firewall in a computer network. Clotting…
What it’s like managing hemophilia with an inhibitor, part 1
First in a series. Every person is unique, shaped by the combination of their upbringing, education, cultural influences, values, attitudes,…
Valentine’s Day wishes for my sons with hemophilia
Valentine’s Day is a holiday that celebrates love. However, the day’s origin doesn’t involve a hard-to-get dinner reservation, the perfect…
Imagining a reality TV show about life with hemophilia
It’s impossible to turn on the TV and not find a reality show, in any of its many types. Some…
What hummingbirds can teach us about ambulatory wheelchair users
I love to watch hummingbirds. They’re lightning-fast as they move from flower to flower, feasting on nectar and insects. When…
We must avoid being complacent with hemophilia treatment
The start of a new year often brings a surge of enthusiasm, hope, and resolutions. We might set ambitious goals…
Siblings’ shared hemophilia experience creates a stronger bond
My sons have severe hemophilia A and are 10 years apart. Such a considerable age difference once posed challenges,…
In preparing for surgery, I’m borrowing strength from my sons
Preparing for major spinal surgery has me feeling more than the usual pre-op jitters. There’s something more profound at work…