Today on Beyond the Bleeds, we sit down with Andrea Buxton, a nurse practitioner at the Hemophilia Outreach Center (HOC), and Nora Schmitt, a community member and patient advocate. We discuss the launch of HOC's new menorrhagia clinic in Green Bay, Wisconsin, diving...
Month: January 2022
Coping with Bleeding Disorders: Practical Lifestyle Tips for Daily Management
Understanding Bleeding Disorders What Are Bleeding Disorders?Bleeding disorders are a group of conditions that affect the way your blood normally clots. These disorders can lead to prolonged bleeding after an injury, surgery, or even without any apparent cause. The...
Beans, Lentils, and Beyond: Essential Nutrition Insights for Hemophilia Patients
Today on Beyond the Bleeds, Heather and John welcome Jill Larson, a nutritionist with the comprehensive care team at the Hemophilia Outreach Center in Green Bay. In this episode, Jill shares her invaluable insights on why nutrition is critical for those in the...
Facing Fears and Finding Friendship at Camp Klotty Pine with Alyssa, Eliot, and Elias Myrie
Today on Beyond the Bleeds, we welcome the Myrie family—Alyssa, Elias, and Eliot—to discuss their experiences at Camp Klotty Pine. Set in Wisconsin, this unique summer camp caters to children with bleeding disorders. It offers them a safe space to enjoy traditional camp activities like swimming, archery, and fishing while providing essential education on managing their conditions. Alyssa, Elias, and Elliot share their heartwarming stories, from overcoming homesickness to forming lifelong friendships with others with similar bleeding disorders.
Dental Hygiene Challenges and Solutions for the Bleeding Disorders Community with Bonnie Des Jardins
Today on Beyond the Bleeds, we welcomed Bonnie Des Jardins, a registered dental hygienist in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Bonnie shares her insights on the critical connection between oral and systemic health. She sheds light on the unique challenges and necessary precautions for dental care within the bleeding disorders community
Building the Foundation of Hemophilia Care in Green Bay with Co-Founder Peggy Maier
Today on Beyond the Bleeds, John and I welcome Peggy Maier, an extraordinary nurse and co-founder of the Hemophilia Outreach Center (HOC) in Green Bay, Wisconsin. We delve into Peggy’s inspirational journey, the founding of HOC, and her undying commitment to helping those with bleeding disorders.
From Parent to CEO: Jamison Buxton’s Hemophilia Journey and Leadership
Today on Beyond the Bleeds, John and Heather welcome Jamison Buxton, CEO of the Hemophilia Outreach Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to discuss his journey from a parent of a child with hemophilia to leading an organization dedicated to supporting those with bleeding disorders.
Welcome to Beyond the Bleeds
Welcome to Beyond the Bleeds! In this very first episode, John and I are excited to introduce ourselves and lay the foundation for a community centered around life with bleeding disorders. Whether you're managing hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, or any rare...
Latest Advances in Bleeding Disorder Research
Innovative Treatments on the Horizon Bleeding disorders, which impair the body’s ability to clot blood, have long posed significant challenges for both patients and healthcare providers. Advances in bleeding disorder research are crucial for developing innovative...
2025 Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment Season is approaching again! There are a few questions you need to ask when choosing an insurance plan if you or a family member have a bleeding disorder diagnosis. How do you get your insurance? Do you get your insurance from an employer...
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