Clinical trials for hemophilia are essential to advance medical knowledge and develop treatments. But for decades, trials related…
Jennifer Lynne
Jennifer Lynne was diagnosed with hemophilia B and von Willebrand disease during childhood. A marketing and journalism graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison, she is the founder of GirlsBleedToo.com, a platform dedicated to raising awareness about bleeding disorders in women and girls. Through her column, she shares personal experiences to educate, advocate, and amplify the voices of women in the bleeding disorders community. All opinions expressed are her own and do not reflect those of her clients or affiliated organizations.
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Articles by Jennifer Lynne
Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with Mounjaro (tirzepatide). Not everyone will have the same response to…
I was pleasantly surprised to see a character with hemophilia depicted in a recent episode of “Call the Midwife,”…
Years ago, a home health nurse came to my house to infuse my medication for von Willebrand disease and…
My bleeding disorders, hemophilia B and von Willebrand disease, have significantly affected my family. As I’ve aged, my…
People with hemophilia experience prolonged bleeding, even from minor injuries, and may also experience spontaneous bleeding into joints,…
Historically, hemophilia has been viewed as a disease that affects men and boys, which has led to significant gender…
Significant disparities in access to hemophilia treatment exist around the world. In general, people with hemophilia can live…
As a woman with hemophilia B and von Willebrand disease, I understand the importance of awareness about bleeding…
My mom passed away a few weeks ago. Over the past six years, it has been a great honor and privilege…