Should you bring hemophilia medication to the hospital?
For those of us living with bleeding disorders, a critical question often looms large: In the event of an…
Articles by Jennifer Lynne
You know your body best because you live in it every day
My primary care provider recently retired and was replaced by a doctor new to my area. As I prepared for…
Fighting to be heard on my journey with bleeding disorders
What do all the people with bleeding disorders I’ve interviewed for this column have in common? Each of them…
How the Olympics can empower women with bleeding disorders
The 2024 Paris Olympics have been a mesmerizing spectacle of human achievement and have captivated my attention for more hours…
The uphill battle to receive a von Willebrand disease diagnosis
I met Jennifer Hastie last year at the Hemophilia Federation of America’s Mild Matters Summit in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Along…
Addressing medical trauma in the hemophilia community
Priscilla Oren, a member of the hemophilia community, recently shared her family’s history with me. Her son was a…
Reexamining hemophilia emergency protocols and the need for advocacy
I spent part of a day this week trapped in my condo’s elevator. Since Hurricane Ian hit my town…
Supportive footwear are essential for managing my hemophilia
Feet and ankle problems are common for people with bleeding disorders, including hemophilia B and von Willebrand disease.
Food for thought for the bleeding disorders community
The past two weeks have been a whirlwind of activity for me, highlighted by two significant events. First, I attended…
We can prioritize our health by learning to say no
Saying no has always been a challenge for me. I tend to overcommit, take on too many tasks, and then…