In Memory Of. . .
It's time for a cure. . . It's time for a cure. . . It's time for a cure. . .
It's time for a cure. . .
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Our services include:
Newsletters- updates and other publications with up-to-date hemophilia news, medical information and chapter activities. Scholarships are offered to defray the cost of college. It is very important that people with hemophilia have job with good insurance benefits due to the life long medical interventions that are required and very expensive. We offer 2 scholarships and we also keep an updated list of other scholarships offered to people with bleeding disorders from outside sources. Financial Assistance to patients and families to help with transportation, lodging costs, and medical equipment (including refrigerators to store factor). We also provide Medic Alert Bracelets in order to insure that quick and accurate medical information will be available in a medical emergency for those with bleeding disorders and sponsor families to attend NHF meetings. Literature- pamphlets, brochures, films, and other materials for families, doctors, nurses, teachers, social workers, and to the public about bleeding disorders. LHF also participates in area health fairs and events in order to increase awareness of bleeding disorders. Health Care Provider Information- Current information is available of doctors, dentists, treatment centers, and hospitals where patients with bleeding disorders can be treated. This information is available online or through our office in the event of a disaster. In the event of a disaster we keep our site updated daily with current information to assist people needing help.
If you would like more information on hemophilia, von Willebrand disease or other bleeding disorders, or are interested in becoming a member of LHF or attending any of our upcoming events please contact us. We look forward to hearing from you. |
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3636 S. Sherwood Forest, Suite 450 Baton Rouge, LA 70816
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