Hemophilia

Hemophilia is an inherited bleeding disorder in which the blood does not clot properly. The mission of CDC’s Division of Blood Disorders is to reduce the morbidity and mortality from blood disorders through comprehensive public health practice.

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About Hemophilia

Information about hemophilia diagnosis, treatment, and inheritance

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Diagnosing Hemophilia

Hemophilia is diagnosed by different tests that indicate how long it takes blood to clot.

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Treatment of Hemophilia

Hemophilia treatments products have different ways of helping blood to clot.

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Data and Statistics on Hemophilia

Data and statistics about hemophilia diagnosis, treatment, joint disease, and comorbid diseases

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Hemophilia Resources

Facts sheets and social media graphics for hemophilia

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Articles about Hemophilia

List of articles from CDC authors on hemophilia

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Hemophilia Treatment Centers (HTCs)

HTCs provide specialized care for people who have a bleeding disorder.

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CDC Hemophilia Mutation Projects (CHAMP and CHBMP)

Data on hemophilia genetic mutations from people in the US and worldwide.

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Real Stories from People Living with Hemophilia

Read personal stories from people living with hemophilia.

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Living with Hemophilia

There are many resources available to help support people with hemophilia.

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Travel Safe with a Bleeding Disorder

Travel preparation information and ideas for people who have bleeding disorders

May 15, 2024

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