It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Davenport this morning after a short illness.
Michael was Chairman of the Irish Haemophilia Society from 2003 to 2008. He was a Board member from 2001 to 2012 and again from 2015 to 2018. Michael was also a member of the statutory National Haemophilia Council from 2004 to 2011 and of the Haemophilia Product Selection and Monitoring Advisory Board from 2004 to 2008. Michael will be remembered for his leadership, for his commitment to the Society and to our members and for his humour.
Michael worked hard in his various roles for the society. He was one of the most committed volunteers in the history of the Society and he carried out his various roles with empathy and a mischievous sense of humour which was enjoyed by all who came into contact with him. He was great company. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences to his wife Ann, his children Laura, Karen and Robert, his sister Patricia, brother Joe, his grandchildren and all his extended family and friends.
Brian O'Mahony
2021 Educational Grants
2021 Grants Application process will open on Friday, June 25.
The Society offers educational grants each year to people with haemophilia or related bleeding disorders, and/or their immediate family members who go on to do a post second level educational course.
The purpose of the grant is to offer financial support to students to assist them with the extra expenses involved with their studies.
My Buddy Cormac Education tool for children with haemophilia & their families
A clever education tool for children with haemophilia and their families has been created through an innovative collaboration involving students from the Creative Media Department of the Munster Technological University, Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin and the Irish Haemophilia Society.
My Buddy Cormac, an informative and positive awareness animation about haemophilia, focuses on the experience and challenges faced by children with the condition when treatment in hospital is required.
The story is told from the perspective of a child and it delivers an enlightening and creative take on events.
The animation and visual guide, which is aimed at children aged between eight and 12.
You can watch the animated video / read the accompanying guide on our website
2021 VHI VIRTUAL WOMEN'S MINI MARATHON
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
This year's Women's Mini Marathon will be a virtual event and will take place on Sunday 19th September. You can race the real route of the VHI Women's Mini Marathon in Dublin City from your doorstep, anywhere in the WORLD using a brand new event App
Sign up today and run, walk or jog the Virtual Vhi Women's Mini Marathon, and receive an exclusive finishers t-shirt and a 2021 commemorative medal.
We are very grateful to all the ladies who take part in the Mini Marathon for the I.H.S. every year, your support for the work of the Society is really appreciated. An event like this is so important, not only to raise funds but to raise awareness of haemophilia and other bleeding disorders.
So, if you have a bleeding disorder or if you are the mother, sister, daughter, niece, cousin or friend of an adult or child living with a bleeding disorder, now is your chance to show your support by taking part in this year’s VHI Virtual Women’s Mini Marathon to raise funds for the I.H.S.
To raise funds in aid of the I.H.S. or if you would like more info about fundraising, please contact Nina on 01 6579900 or email [email protected].
Emicizumab (Hemlibra®) Booklets
The Irish Haemophilia Society is delighted to share two new booklets on Emicizumab (Hemlibra®).
There is one booklet for people with Factor VIII Inhibitors and one for people with Factor VIII deficiency without Inhibitors.
These publications have been produced as an educational tool for members and we hope you find them useful and informative.
The I.H.S. does not engage in medical practice and does not recommend particular treatment for specific individuals. It is strongly recommended that individuals seek the advice of their haemophilia treating clinician and / or consult printed instructions provided by the pharmaceutical company before administering the therapy referred to in this publication. The I.H.S. does not endorse particular treatment products or manufacturers.
If you are relocating or studying abroad there is a lot to consider before you travel.
Each country has their own rules and regulations that you must follow to ensure you receive equivalent healthcare to what you receive here in Ireland.
Most countries cover emergency / urgent healthcare that is required while a person is visiting, in accordance with your health / travel insurance. However, this usually does not extend to regular haemophilia treatment and does not cover prophylaxis nor regular on demand therapy.
To help, our outreach co-ordinator Robert has designed a handy and informative infographic to outline all you need to know. You can check it out on our website.
Watch I.H.S. Webinars On Demand
We've been uploading recordings from our ongoing series of webinars so you catch up on the ones you've missed at your convenience
A sample of what we have uploaded so far;
Covid-19: An Update on Vaccines & Side Effects with Prof James O’ Donnell
Staying Healthy at Home: Physiotherapy and Exercise Groups with Sheila Roche, St. James’s Hospital
An Update on the National Coagulation Centre with Dr Niamh O’Connell (Oct)
Dental Care: The New Normal with Alison Dougall and Laura Parkinson
Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in Adolescent Girls with Dr Geraldine Connolly
Exercise and Physical Activity for Children with Paula Loughnane, Senior Physiotherapist at CHI Crumlin
Dental Care and Nose Bleeds in Children with Dr Kirsten Fitzgerald and Dr. John Russell
Gene Therapy Discussion with I.H.S. CEO Brian O'Mahony & EHC President, Declan Noone
The Role of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Haemophilia with Niamh Larkin, cANP
Just to remind you all, that the Hyde Square apartments will continue to be available for members and bookings will be taken as normal.
People with haemophilia or related bleeding disorders from outside of Dublin, when attending St. James’s Hospital or Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin for treatment, for a hospital appointment or for a review clinic.
An immediate family member, a spouse, a partner and/or child of the person with haemophilia or related bleeding disorder from outside Dublin, when attending St. James’s Hospital or Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin for treatment, for a hospital appointment or for a review clinic, or while a family member is an in-patient.
To make a booking, please contact us on 01 657 9900*.
