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Chronic heavy periods can result in iron deficiency. Learn more about you and your body by taking our Self-BAT. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

Check out this conversation between Dr. Paula James and her Clinical Research Assistant, Julie Grabell about Von Willebrand Disease in the media. https://bit.ly/3rD0H4h

Abnormal is more common than you think. Don't suffer in silence and take our Self-BAT so you can get the help you deserve. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

The 'BAT' in Self-BAT stands for Bleeding Assessment Tool. Find out what an "abnormal" menstruation cycle is and what that could mean. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

Do you need help to define the meaning of 'heavy bleeding' and what it could mean? Learn more on our website, and take our Self-BAT. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

A "normal" period is different for everyone. However, it's still important to learn when it's "abnormal". Get the information you need on letstalkperiod.ca! https://letstalkperiod.ca/

You aren't alone. 1 in 1000 individuals has an underlying bleeding disorder. Learn more by taking our Self-BAT. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

Talking about "abnormal" periods is more common than you think. Get more information by taking the Self-BAT and learn more about bleeding disorders and Von Willebrand Disease (VWD) on our site. https://letstalkperiod.ca/

Do you "double up" on menstruation protection? This may be a sign of a bleeding disorder. Take the Self-BAT today! https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

ANNOUNCEMENT: Resource toolkits about menstruation, abnormal bleeding and bleeding disorders are now available on our website for print AND online! Toolkits include information sheets, guides to treatment plans and referrals for patients. www.letstalkperiod.ca/resources

Taking the Self-BAT may give you information to be one step closer to getting the medical help you need. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

As many as 1 in 1000 individuals may be suffering from a bleeding disorder. Many people aren't sure what abnormal or normal bleeding is. Take the Self-BAT today and tag 3 of your friends to get the conversation started! https://bit.ly/31uidxc

Don't suffer from silence. The first step is a conversation. Let's Talk. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

We spoke to Lisa Thibeault, a nurse with the Southeastern Ontario Inherited Bleeding Disorders Clinic, about people's frequent concerns with bleeding disorders. Find out more information: https://bit.ly/3kcTJiz

Start the new year with an important conversation about health. Let's Talk Period. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

Did you know that our Self-BAT is available in the French as well? Check out the Self-BAT. It's easy and doesn't take too much time. https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

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In this blog, we feature a few of our favourite period tracking apps such as Clue , Flo Period Tracker App, and Hemophilia Federation of America blood sisterhood App. Do you have your own favourites? Feel free to let us know! https://letstalkperiod.ca/best-period-tracking-apps-work/

Advocacy does not just apply to what access you have to treatments. It applies to how your clinic runs and who you get to see. It applies to awareness for women..., who average 16 years for a diagnosis. It applies to youth leaders learning the ropes. Advocacy matters. Donate today: https://bit.ly/3n6zFA1 #TogetherWeAretheCHS #community

Q: Are there many resources available on our website? A: Yes! We have useful pdf files and videos available for use on our website. Check them out today: https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

Do the Self-BAT with family or friends, and get your results in a matter of minutes on our website: https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/

October 19th is #NationalPeriodDay! Let’s Talk Period stands behind accessibility to period products and resources for all.

For years, women and girls with inherited bleeding disorders (WGIBD) have been underserved and often felt invisible. Join us for the first-ever WFH Global Summi...t that focuses on the realities of care and treatment of #WGIBD around the world. This two-day event on November 19-20 provides you with the opportunity to hear from women, about their experiences and ways to work together as a bleeding disorder community to improve care for these patients. For more information, contact [email protected]. Click here to register: http://ow.ly/IZwY50BTMm2 See more

Fact: 70% of all patients worldwide with Hemophilia do not have adequate access to treatment and education Over 400,000 individuals live with hemophilia worldwide, but most do not have adequate access to educational or medical resources. Women who carry the affected hemophilia gene may experience heavy menstrual periods, among other bleeding symptoms. Take the Self-BAT today to find out if your bleeding is normal! Link in bio.

Abnormal doesn't mean uncommon. Get more information to benefit your health by doing our Self-BAT! https://bit.ly/2ygSCvx

Fact: 50% of all patients worldwide with Hemophilia live in India. Even though more patients with hemophilia reside in India than any other country globally, Canada prescribes x35 more hemophilia medication than India. In other words, many patients with hemophilia in India are unable to access life-changing medications at all. #healthcaredisparities

Our Bleeding Assessment Tool, developed by Dr. Paula James, is for individuals who are worried about their bleeding. Find out more about abnormal bleeding symptoms and if you may have an underlying bleeding disorder on our website. https://bit.ly/2ygSCvx

Fall is right around the corner! Have you ever gotten a nosebleed in the fall? If you get nosebleeds more frequently than 5 times per year or nosebleeds that last more than 10 minutes, you could have abnormal bleeding. Take the self-BAT at https://letstalkperiod.ca/self-bat/ to learn more about your bleeding.

True or false? Von Willebrand Disease is the most common type of bleeding disorder, affecting around 40,000 Canadians.

Take our Self-BAT today to find out if you may have a bleeding disorder, and get more information. The power is in your hands. https://bit.ly/2ygSCvx

Once getting a diagnosis for Von Willebrand Disease (VWD), what are the next steps? This blog outlines the different types of treatment for VWD. https://bit.ly/3dy6wbc

We are happy to celebrate another milestone: 5000 followers! A special thank you for our community’s support.

Abnormal bleeding is more common than you think. Take the steps to ensure you get the appropriate care, and get results from the Self-BAT on our website.