The Hemophilia Foundation of Maryland

11/06/2026

10/07/2026

Eastern Shore families—this one’s for you!

Pull up a chair and join the Hemophilia Foundation of Maryland and Sanofi for TABLE TALKS, a FREE educational dinner on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 6–9 p.m. at The Su***de Bridge Restaurant in Hurlock. Enjoy an evening of learning, conversation, and community!

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09/23/2026

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09/07/2026

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08/30/2026

🎣 That's a wrap on the HFM Men's Retreat!

This morning we said goodbye to a great weekend at the Rod 'N' Reel Resort in Chesapeake Beach. From reeling in bluefish on the Bay to late-night conversations that went far deeper than fishing stories, this retreat reminded us why we gather.

Living with hemophilia or another rare bleeding disorder can feel isolating, but it doesn't have to be. When men who truly understand each other's journey come together, connection happens. Brotherhood happens. And those bonds don't end when the weekend does. They become the phone calls, the check-ins, and the support that carry us through the rest of the year.

To every man who showed up, opened up, and cast a line: thank you. You ARE this community. 💪

A huge thank-you to our sponsors who made this weekend possible: Sanofi, Pfizer, Novo Nordisk, CSL Behring, DrugCo Health, and Cottrill's Pharmacy. Your support strengthens our community all year long.

Until next year! 🐟

08/19/2026

HFM’s Update is available now!

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08/05/2026

Maryland Medicaid is changing. Watch your mail.

A September letter may be coming.

Starting January 1, 2027, new federal rules take effect for some Maryland adults on Medicaid:

✔️ Renewals move from once a year to every 6 months

✔️ A monthly work or activity requirement

Who this affects: adults 19 to 64 in the ACA expansion group, around 300,000 Marylanders. If your Medicaid is based on disability, or you're covered while pregnant, these rules don't apply to you.

Many people already meet this through their job. You can qualify by completing 80 hours a month of work, volunteering, or job training, by attending school at least half time, or by earning at least $580 in a month. You only need one.

Some people are exempt. This includes many parents and caregivers, and people whose medical condition limits their ability to work. Don't assume you are, or that you aren't. Call and check.

⚠️ Even if you're exempt from the work requirement, you'll still renew every 6 months.

A letter may be coming. If the work requirement will apply to you, Maryland Health Connection will mail you a letter in September 2026. Do not throw it out.

When your letter arrives:

1️⃣ Open it the same day and respond by the date printed on it

2️⃣ Call your specialty pharmacy. A good one can answer questions and help you navigate the paperwork. Completing and returning it is still your responsibility.

3️⃣ Call your HTC and ask about a letter documenting your condition and any limits on your ability to work

Do this today: update your address, phone, and email. Maryland Health Connection: 1-855-642-8572. If you renew through the Department of Human Services, call 1-800-332-6347. Report income or household changes within 10 days.

Nationally, nearly 7 in 10 people who lost Medicaid in the last renewal wave lost it over paperwork, not because they no longer qualified. For our community, that gap can mean a gap in factor.

Don't sit back. Don't ignore your mail.

🔗 www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/checkin

~ Hemophilia Foundation of Maryland

We are always here to help - Contact us at [email protected] or call 410-661-2307.

Sources:
Maryland Department of Health, "Is My Medicaid Going to Change?" and "Renew Your Medicaid Coverage and Report Changes" (health.maryland.gov) | Maryland Health Connection, "Medicaid Check-In" (marylandhealthconnection.gov/checkin) | CMS, State Medicaid Director Letter #26-001, March 6, 2026 | CMS, Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement Interim Final Rule (CMS-2454-IFC), June 1, 2026 | KFF, Medicaid Enrollment and Unwinding Tracker

08/03/2026

STIMATE® is expected to return to the U.S. market in October 2026.
Ferring Pharmaceuticals has announced that STIMATE® (desmopressin acetate) nasal spray is expected to become available following FDA approval after resolving the packaging issues that led to its voluntary recall in 2020.

NBDF is working to learn more about product availability, distribution, and formulary inclusion and will continue to share updates as they become available.

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