Feeling hopeless? Wondering how you will possibly find the energy to go on? Wanting to smash your alarm clock, pull…
G Shellye Horowitz
, MA, PPS, has strong ties to the bleeding disorders community with six traceable generations of hemophilia A in her family. She also has hemophilia A. Her advocacy work includes an emphasis on early diagnosis and care for females with hemophilia and strengthening diagnosis and care for all people with mild bleeding disorders. Shellye is a licensed school counselor and principal with over 30 years experience. She currently works for the University of Washington as a researcher in the Johnsen Lab. She lives in Northern California, where she and her dog, “Hope,” love to wander through the majestic Redwood forests. All opinions are her own.
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Articles by G Shellye Horowitz
You are not alone. Coping with hemophilia as a patient, caretaker, or medical provider can seem overwhelming…
When I have the opportunity to gather with my brothers and sisters from the hemophilia community, I notice we all…
Knowing When to Move On
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Have you ever been to a holiday dinner with two tables? One table is designated for “the adults”…
Last week I hit a significant personal milestone. In order to keep myself mobile and healthy, I ride…
Last week, I met a new local hematologist. He is not my main hemophilia doctor, but with my…
Not all medical visits are created equal. Sadly, or perhaps horrifyingly, some women must fight to get access…
Today my hematologist complimented me. She told me that, had I not persevered, I may have only been…
When I was a young girl, I sat next to my father while he self-infused. I handed him…