Happy new year! 2025 is going to be a big year for the Australian bleeding disorders community, from World Haemophilia Day on 17 April to our national Conference running 16-18 October. See what’s on below:
Rare Disease Day
28 February 2025
Rare Disease Day is celebrated worldwide on 28 February to raise awareness and generate change for people with rare diseases. It is an opportunity to share personal stories and acknowledge the challenges for our community members who live with a rare bleeding disorder.
World Haemophilia Day
17 April 2025
Every year on 17 April World Haemophilia Day is recognised worldwide to increase awareness of haemophilia, von Willebrand disease and other inherited 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.
Light it up Red sees landmarks across Australia – and around the world – light up red in support of the bleeding disorders community.
WFH Comprehensive Care Summit
23-25 April 2025 (Dubai)
Taking place from 23-25 April in Dubai, the WFH Comprehensive Care Summit is a global event and encompasses the previous biennial International WFH Musculoskeletal (MSK) Congress. It is a unique opportunity to explore the latest breakthroughs in bleeding disorders and musculoskeletal care.
Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month
October 2025
Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month runs each year in October. It is an opportunity for individuals and families as well as Haemophilia Foundations and other organisations to take part in a campaign and activities to raise awareness about haemophilia, von Willebrand disease and related inherited bleeding disorders around Australia.
22nd Australian Conference on Haemophilia, VWD & Rare Bleeding Disorders
16-18 October (Brisbane)
The 22nd Australian Conference on Haemophilia, VWD & Rare Bleeding Disorders is coming to Brisbane on 16-18 October 2025. The Conference brings together people with bleeding disorders and their families and carers, as well as health professionals, policy makers and industry. It is a great opportunity to learn, discuss and plan for the future.
