Malta Bleeding Disorders Society

The general purpose of the Malta Bleeding Disorders Society is to provide a fellowship and support for people with #bleedingdisorders and their carers

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

We are pleased to announce that Prof. Gatt has been elected as a member of the EAHAD Executive Committee for the 2026-2029 term.

The announcement was made during today’s Annual General Meeting at the EAHAD 2026 Congress.

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

The Malta Bleeding Disorders Society is participating in the 19th Annual Congress of the European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders (EAHAD 2026), taking place from 3–6 February 2026.

[WFH @wfhemophilia]

Did you know: von Willebrand disease is passed down through the genes of either parent to a child of either sex. Some types of VWD are inherited in a dominant pattern, while others are inherited in a recessive pattern. Learn more: https://t.co/du6viy2FBb

[EHC_Haemophilia @EHC_Haemophilia]

🩸 Calling #BleedingDisorders advocates! We seek volunteers for key initiatives: #MentalHealth Working Group, #WomenAndBleedingDisorders Committee & #ERIN Committee. Make an impact in our community! 📅 Deadline: Jan 4, 2026 👇 Apply https://t.co/lEdK3HpbKL

[EAHAD @EAHADnews]

🔍Calling all physiotherapists with experience in inherited bleeding disorders! The #EMPOWER study, led by 2024 Research Grant recipient Megan Kennedy, highlights the often-overlooked experiences of PTs caring for women and girls with BD. Take the survey: https://t.co/iliQ4x4q0V

[Angelos Athanasopoulos @AthanAngelos]

#JobOpening we are looking for a Project Coordinator! Join us, be part of a team dedicated to an innovative and fast-developing field of medicine and work with highly motivated leaders in #haemophilia and allied disorders.

https://t.co/IbNEFs4S4E

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

On April 17, we celebrate World Hemophilia Day. This year’s theme is “Access for all: Women & girls bleed too”. Today, women and girls with bleeding disorders are still underdiagnosed and underserved. The global community has the power and the responsibility to change this.

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

On the occasion of World Haemophilia Day, which is celebrated on the 17th of April every year, the MBDS would like to launch its new logo and brand.

[WFH @wfhemophilia]

VWD is the most common #BleedingDisorder, affecting an estimated 1 in 1,000 individuals, yet it remains vastly underdiagnosed. The WFH's 5-year goal is to increase VWD diagnoses by 110,000 (25%), and we're getting closer. Learn more in the annual report: https://t.co/x7ZpeT7rQx

[EAHAD @EAHADnews]

📚 The Clinical Practice Guideline for Physiotherapy in Haemophilia offers treatment recommendations for musculoskeletal conditions in people with #haemophilia and other coagulation disorders. Thanks to @UMCUtrecht, EAHAD PT Committee, and European experts https://t.co/vO8LEO9val

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

Our society is attending the EHC Leadership Conference 2024 from 6-9 of June..

It’s great to see so many NMOs representatives gathered in Brussels!

#EHCLC2024 #EHCLeadershipConference

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

This year we will be celebrating World Haemophilia Day by means of a public outreach event on the 13th April in Freedom Square, Valletta between 3 and 7pm.We look forward to seeing you there! Let us know if you will be able to join us by sending an email: [email protected]

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

The board members of MBDS participated in two online Twinning meetings from @HaemoSocUK with Kate Burt on Financial Governance & with @JeffMCourtney on Advocacy.

[EHC_Haemophilia @EHC_Haemophilia]

🌷Happy #WomensDay from the EHC! We're pleased to present our 7-2-1 rule infographic, a vital guideline for recognising signs of #heavyperiods. Available in 9 languages on https://t.co/4Kzcmw9PZj
Let's unite today to advocate for early recognition and timely diagnosis.💖

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

Annual General Meeting 2023-2024

The topics discussed in our meeting were the following:

Opening the AGM - reaching the quorum
Presentation of Annual Report
Presentation of Accounts
Approval of Annual Report and Accounts
Future Projects
WFH Twinning Program

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

Dear MBDS members,

During the new year 2024, we will be twinning with The Haemophilia Society #HaemoSocUK our UK counterpart. This twinning partnership will assist to expand our society's resources and further our aims. We will keep you updated.

https://t.co/t0NIN6Avai

[Malta Bleeding Disorders Society @MBDSociety]

The MBDS would like to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!

[Brian O Mahony @Brianhemophilia]

Be aware community @wfhemophilia is mobilising on this bizarre decision by @WHO to make pathogen reduced cryo the core essential medicine for Haemophilia A with cryo as an alternative treatment modality and safe CFCs relegated to status of complimentary medicine 1/2

[WFH @wfhemophilia]

News alert! 🚨 Abstract submission deadline for the WFH 2024 World Congress extended to November 30, 2023! Seize this opportunity to showcase your bleeding disorders research globally. Connect with experts, showcase innovations, and more! Submit now: https://t.co/NwWjKGG0Tl

[WFH @wfhemophilia]

Exciting news! World Hemophilia Day 2024 theme revealed: "Equitable Access for All: Recognizing All Bleeding Disorders." Join us in advocating for inclusivity and support. Stay tuned for updates! 💙 #WHD2024 #EquitableAccess 💪 https://t.co/107CnNSPWo