Von-U: VWD Educational Weekend

Friday, April 1 – Sunday, April 3, 2011
Graylyn Conference Center
Winston-Salem, NC

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You're invited to a special educational weekend specifically designed for those with von Willebrand disease.

The weekend program, hosted by Hemophilia of North Carolina is designed to educate and support those affected with VWD. This program has been developed for:

1. Adults with VWD – spouses may attend as well
2. Parents of children with VWD
3. Affected teen girls (ages 13 and above) – attending with their parents

All expenses are covered – there is no charge for you to attend.

Sessions at this event will increase your knowledge of von Willebrand disease while allowing you to meet others dealing with similar situations in a fun, supportive environment. Please see the tentative agenda below for an overview of the weekend's sessions.

You must pre-register for this event – space is limited – RSVP today!

You may register online or using a printable form (pdf/1mb)^* and return by mail or fax. Registration deadline is Friday, March 18.

For more information, please contact HNC Executive Director, Sue Cowell at (800)990-5557 or by email at info@hemophilia-nc.org.

This program is an educational event sponsored by CSL Behring.

VWD Weekend Educational Program
Tentative Agenda

Friday, April 1
3:00–6:00	Check-in (hotel and weekend educational program)
6:00–9:00	Opening Reception with Dinner Buffet
Saturday, April 2
8:00–8:45	Group Breakfast
9:00–9:15	Overview of Weekend Program
9:15–10:00	"What We Know Today About VWD"
10:00–10:30	"The Genetics Game"
10:30–10:45	Break
10:45–12:00	OB/GYN Issues in those with VWD
12:00–1:00	Lunch
1:00–1:30	Current Treatments Options
1:30–2:30	Group Breakouts
2:30–3:30	Group Team Building – Scavenger Hunt
3:30–5:00	Individual questions discussed with our experts in the Hospitality Suite
6:30	"Beach Party" Theme Dinner
Sunday, April 3
8:30–9:45	Group Breakfast with Breakouts
10:00–10:30	Living and Thriving with VWD
10:30–11:15	Effective Communication Skills
11:15–11:45	You Are Not Alone – Resources for those with VWD
11:45–12:15	Closing Session
12:15	Box lunches and departures