World Haemophilia Day: AAR operates special clinic to sensitise untreated bleeding disorders

Hemophilia arises due to the deficiency or malfunction of plasma coagulation factor VIII or factor IX. [iStockphoto]

AAR Hospital today operated a special haematology clinic to mark World Haemophilia Day, as healthcare providers draw attention to the economic consequences of underdiagnosed bleeding disorders in Kenya.

The clinic aims to improve access to testing for haemophilia, a genetic condition affecting blood clotting in an estimated 1 in 10,000 people globally. Untreated cases can lead to long-term health complications that impact individuals' ability to work and contribute to the economy.