(MENAFN- Gulf Times) In recognition of World Haemophilia Day (WHD), the Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) recently hosted a two-day event to raise awareness about Haemophilia, a group of inherited bleeding disorders.
The educational event was jointly organised by the Pharmacy Department and Paediatric Haematology/Oncology at Hamad General Hospital (HGH), with support from Qatar Friends Haemophiliac Group.
More than 120 participants attended the event, including haematologists, nurses, pharmacists, dentists and physiotherapists as well as patients, their families and caregivers.
Dr Ahmed Abdulaziz, clinical pharmacist at HGH and one of the chief organisers of the event stated: "This is an excellent opportunity for us to raise awareness and advocate for people affected by different kinds of bleeding disorders in Qatar. The event builds on HMC's commitment to providing the safest, most effective and most compassionate care to each and every one of our patients."
"We encourage individuals across different disciplines to promote discussions and think of ways that will improve the quality of life for those living with this condition," he added.
Haemophilia occurs due to defects in the body's blood vessels or the coagulation mechanism, which is responsible for clotting blood from liquid to solid state after surgery or injury.
He highlighted that a comprehensive care clinic located in HGH provides all required medical services to affected individuals and their families.This includes basic treatment to stop or prevent bleeding, known as the factor replacement therapy that involves injecting the medication into the patient's bloodstream.
"Presently, over 120 patients with rare bleeding disorders, including children and adults, receive medication (clotting factor) from pharmacies at HGH and the National Centre for Cancer Care and Research (NCCCR)," he added.
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