The Hemophilia Association of New York
Founded in 1952, the Association is an independent not-for-profit voluntary health organization, incorporated in the state of New York, and classified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
To benefit patients, HANY maintains cooperative relationships with the federally-designated Regional Comprehensive Hemophilia Treatment Centers and other care facilities within our 14-counties service area.
HANY does not charge fees for the services it provides but depends on voluntary contributions to support its programs.
The Association is an organization of and for persons with bleeding disorders and their families helping each other.
Be a Part of Our Community
Our Mission:
- To assist persons with hemophilia and related blood disorders through direct services and aid, and through programs of education and advocacy.
- To encourage, promote, and support scientific research toward improved treatment, medical care, and cures of hemophilia and related bleeding disorders and their complications.
- To educate the public regarding bleeding disorders and the problems thereof, and to promote the procurement of voluntary blood donations for the general welfare of the community at large.
Sports & Hemophilia
Hemophiliacs today can enjoy an active, healthy lifestyle. However, there are selective sports that are still considered too dangerous. For each sport, there are risks that must be taken into consideration. Always check with your primary care physician to ensure which appropriate physical activities are suitable for your condition.
Sports with little or no bleeding risk ...
Fishing
Minigolf
Bowling
Climbing
Sailing
Skiing (cross country)
Swimming
Tennis
Functional Gymnastics
Canoeing
Cycling
Hill Walking
Archery
Table Tennis
Aerobics
Sports with minimal bleeding risk ...
Horseback Riding
Rollerblading
Skiing (Downhill)
Volleyball
Karate
Rowing
Softball
Basketball
Windsurfing
Sports with high bleeding risk ...
Boxing
Football/ Soccer
Handball
Judo
Squash
Weightlifting
Snowboarding
Fencing
Gymnastics
Hockey
Parachuting
Waterpolo
Mountain Biking (Downhill)