|
Welcome to our web site!
The Heartland Hemophilia Association (HHA) is based in Omaha, Nebraska and has served families
in Iowa, South Dakota, Minnesota, Missouri and even as far away asTexas.
Be sure to check out all of our pages. We have listed upcoming events, a mission
statment and even have a form for your questions and concerns.
Don't forget to check back often to view information about upcoming events.
Calendar of Events for 2009
May 15-17 HHA Annual Meeting
Seymour Smith Park
Omaha, Nebraska
June 28 Elkhorn River - Tanking
Elkhorn, Nebraska
August 15 Bikers Out For Blood Poker Run
Missouri Valley, Iowa
October 16 Cruising for the Bruising Fundraiser
October 29 - NHF Annual Meeting
November 1 San Francisco, California
December 5 HHA Christmas Party
DID YOU KNOW???????
Only 25% of people with hemophilia in the world receive adequate treatment.
Without proper treatment, most children with severe hemophilia will die young.
A bleed treated with factor can heal within a few days. If untreated, recovery may take weeks and may be incomplete.
Without treatment, joints may be permanently damaged.
Quick accessibility to factor has been shown to increase lifespan and quality of life for people with hemophilia.
|
