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May 15, 2024

Real Stories: People Living with von Willebrand Disease

Read these personal stories from people living with von Willebrand disease.

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Photo of Brandon, a man wearing reading glasses

Personal Story: Brandon

Read Brandon's story to learn about the positive impact having VWD has had on his life.

May 14, 2024

Photo of Jennifer, a woman with blonde hair and glasses

Personal Story: Jennifer

Read Jennifer's story of living with and raising awareness of blood disorders.

May 14, 2024

Brooke Connell with her family of a husband, two kids, and a dog

Personal Story: Brooke Connell

Read about how VWD is a family affair for Brooke, her brothers, and their mother.

May 14, 2024

Photo of Brandee Cookson

Personal Story: Brandee Cookson

Read Brandee's story of learning at age 12 that she had VWD type 3 after having very heavy periods.

May 14, 2024

Photo of Janine and Daniela, a mother and daughter with a bleeding disorder called von Willebrand disease

Personal Story: Janine and Daniela

Read about the challenges Janine and her daughter, Daniela, have experienced living with VWD.

May 14, 2024

May 14, 2024

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National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities