world hemophilia day

• World Hemophilia Day is observed every year on 17 April.

• It is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Frank Schnabel, who founded the World Federation of Hemophilia.

• On this occasion, awareness is spread around the world about hemophilia and other bleeding disorders.

• World Hemophilia Day was first observed in 1989 to advocate for diagnosis and accessible care for individuals.

• The theme for World Hemophilia Day 2023 is "Access for All: Partnership. Policy. Progress. Engaging Government, Integrating Inherited Bleeding Disorders into National Policy".