World Federation of Hemophilia / Fédération mondiale de l'hémophilie

The discussion on the WHA resolution to advance health equity for people with #hemophilia and other #BleedingDisorders is now taking place at the 79th World Health Assembly. This important moment brings global attention to the need for improved diagnosis, treatment access, and comprehensive care for people living with bleeding disorders worldwide. 🎥 Follow the session live here: https://bit.ly/4dadwMe #Equity4BleedingDisorders #WHA79

Due to delays in the WHA program proceedings, the discussion on the WHA resolution to advance health equity for people with #hemophilia and other #BleedingDisorders, which is scheduled under 79th World Health Assembly #WHA79 agenda item 12.1 on non-communicable diseases, is expected to take place on Thursday, 21st May. The WFH team is participating in WHA79 sessions on-site in Geneva and will continue to closely monitor and share updates on any new developments. Stay tuned for the next WFH communication with the livestream link to follow WHA79 discussion on this resolution live. #Equity4BleedingDisorders #Hemophilia #BleedingDisorders

Later today, WHO Member States are expected to deliberate on the adoption of the resolution on “Global action to advance health equity for people with hemophilia and other bleeding disorders” during #WHA79 lead by Armenia with co-sponsorship from twelve other Member States Earlier this year, the WHO Executive Board approved the resolution for consideration by the World Health Assembly—marking the first time hemophilia and other bleeding disorders have been formally recognized at this level within WHO discussions. This proposed resolution reflects years of advocacy and collaboration from the global community, national member organizations, healthcare providers, patients, families, and government partners working toward equitable access to diagnosis, treatment, and care worldwide. Stay tuned for next WFH communication throughout the day with the livestream link to follow WHA79 discussion on this resolution live. 🔗https://bit.ly/4dadwMe #Equity4BleedingDisorders #Hemophilia #BleedingDisorders

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Thank you to all policy-makers, Ministries' of Health, Geneva Permanent Missions, WHO representatives, bleeding disorders advocates, expert clinicians, industry partners and international civil society actors who have joined us in Geneva for the 79th World Health Assembly Side Event: “Advancing Health Equity for Bleeding Disorders", as well as many members of our global bleeding disorders community who joined from all over the world online. 🌍 Co-Hosted by the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of the Republic of #Armenia, Rare Diseases International, and the Swiss Haemophilia Society, and co-sponsored by the Ministries of Health and Population of #Egypt, #Nepal and #SriLanka, this event offered inspiring opening addresses and two expert panel discussions, underlying the importance of the adoption of the WHA resolution on Global Action to Advance Health Activity for People with Bleeding Disorders Worldwide. This Resolution is expected to be discussed at the 79th WHA this week, stay tuned for live updates from the WFH! #Equity4BleedingDisorders #Hemophilia #BleedingDisorders #TreatmentForAll #WHA79 #Geneva

Join us today for the 79th World Health Assembly Side Event: “Advancing Health Equity for Bleeding Disorders.” 🌍 Co-Hosted by the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of the Republic of #Armenia, Rare Diseases International, and the Swiss Haemophilia Society, and co-sponsored by the Ministry of Health and Population of Egypt, and the Ministry of Health and Population of #Nepal, this event brings together global experts, policymakers, healthcare providers, and advocates working to advance equitable access to care for people with bleeding disorders worldwide. 💻 Follow the livestream online: https://bit.ly/4ufUb3C #Equity4BleedingDisorders #Hemophilia #BleedingDisorders #TreatmentForAll #WHA79 #Geneva

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Health equity for people with bleeding disorders must be part of the global health agenda. 🌍 During the 79th World Health Assembly in #Geneva, the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH), will co-host  a Side Event on “Advancing Health Equity for Bleeding Disorders” together with the Ministry of Health of the Republic of #Armenia, Rare Diseases International, and the Swiss Haemophilia Society, co-sponsored by the Ministry of Health and Population of Egypt. The Side Event brings together global health leaders, policymakers, healthcare providers, and patient advocates. It will explore barriers and strategies to improve equitable access to diagnosis, treatment, and care worldwide. Held ahead of the anticipated adoption of the Member State-led WHA resolution on #hemophilia and other #BleedingDisorders, this Side Event reflects growing global momentum toward health equity for the bleeding disorders community. 📍 Geneva, Switzerland 🗓️ May 17, 2026 🎫 Join in person: https://bit.ly/48WSbVa 💻 Follow the livestream online: https://bit.ly/4ufUb3C #Equity4BleedingDisorders #Hemophilia #BleedingDisorders #TreatmentForAll #WHA79 #Geneva