1. Visit
your hemophilia treatment center (HTC) annually for a comprehensive check-up.
HTCs offer comprehensive one-stop
services for testing and care. People who use the HTC live longer, healthier lives.
(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1998.)
2. Get
vaccinated -- Hepatitis A and B are preventable.
Get vaccinations and information
at your HTC.
3. Treat
bleeds early and adequately.
Be prepared. Recognize a
bleed and seek treatment quickly.
4. Exercise
and maintain a healthy weight to protect your joints.
Exercise strengthens your
muscles, and strong muscles protect your joints.
5. Get
tested regularly for blood-borne infections.
Know your test results. It
matters to you and to your family.
