Historically, hemophilia has been viewed as a disease that affects men and boys, which has led to significant gender…
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
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…
In the marketing world, we have a concept called the elevator pitch. An elevator pitch is a short, persuasive speech…
As a person with von Willebrand disease (VWD) and hemophilia, bruises have been a near-constant presence in my…
I’ve learned to expect the unexpected when dealing with my bleeding disorders. A few days ago, I took a…
In September, I decided to revamp my pathetic and inconsistent fitness routine. In a moment of desperation, I ordered a…
Last year, I met Kayla Mack through a Facebook group for people with von Willebrand disease (VWD). Kayla has…
Christmas season has always been stressful for me. I live in Florida, but my family lives in the arctic tundra…