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Latest news & updates from the I.H.S.


Gene Therapy Clinical Trial Reports Data – Including 3 Irish Participants
In March of this year, it was announced that the first Irish person with haemophilia had been treated with Gene Therapy for FIX deficiency. A further two people with haemophilia

I.H.S. Online Christmas Quiz :: Dec 17
We have a Christmas Quiz coming up for members on Thursday, December 17 @ 6PM. The quiz will be suitable for all the family, with 4 rounds of 10 questions.

Watch: Hemlibra in Surgery and Dental Care Webinar
We’ve been uploading recordings from our ongoing series of webinars so you catch up on the ones you’ve missed at your convenience. The latest of which is ‘Hemlibra in Surgery

AGM & Conference 2021
The Irish Haemophilia Society is delighted to announce a Virtual AGM & Conference 2021. The conference will take place March 1 – 4. The event is free to attend but

Evaluation of Homescanning App
The team at the National Coagulation Centre is committed to improving the quality of care for people with bleeding disorders. A questionnaire, designed with input from patient representatives from the

Brian O’Mahony Award 2020
Nominations are now open for the 2020 Brian O’Mahony Award for outstanding contribution to haemophilia care in Ireland. Nominations can be proposed only by members of the Society. Members of

What to Expect when Attending Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin
During the Covid-19 pandemic arrangements in Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin have changed somewhat. Below is a brief outline of some changes you can expect to find; There is a

Flu Vaccine for Children
Did you know children aged 2 to 12 can get the nasal flu vaccine for free? Influenza (flu) is a very infectious illness caused by the flu virus. Flu spreads

Travelling or Studying Abroad? What You Need to Know….
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