Haemophilia Foundation Australia joined the global bleeding disorders community to mark World Haemophilia Day on Thursday 17 April 2025.
World Haemophilia Day is recognised globally to raise awareness of haemophilia, von Willebrand disease and other bleeding disorders. This is a critical effort since with increased awareness comes better diagnosis and access to care for the millions who remain without treatment.
We had over 100 landmarks across Australia light up red to show support for the bleeding disorders community.
This year’s theme was Access for all: Women and girls bleed too.
Today, women and girls with bleeding disorders are still underdiagnosed and underserved. Only approximately 100,000 women and girls have been identified worldwide with haemophilia, VWD or other bleeding disorders. International experts are concerned about the many more who are still undiagnosed.
World Haemophilia Day 2025 is a worldwide call to action to close the gaps in care for women and girls with bleeding disorders, who often face delayed diagnoses, limited access to treatment, and a lack of understanding about their unique needs.
Through recognition, diagnosis, treatment, and care, the quality of life of women and girls will improve, and the bleeding disorders community will become stronger.
In Australia, there are more than 7,600 people diagnosed with haemophilia, von Willebrand disease or other rare bleeding disorders.
We thank everyone who participated on 17 April 2025. It was amazing to see the many landmarks that lit up red across Australia and we appreciate the support.
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