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NewsRSSWednesday, April 29, 2026 · April 29, 2026

A hospital vending machine brought me back to ER visits with my son

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Parents of children with hemophilia often face unpredictable medical crises requiring emergency care, and this personal account validates the emotional and logistical burden families experience managing a chronic bleeding disorder.

A hospice chaplain reflects on how a hospital vending machine triggered memories of frequent emergency room visits with their son who has hemophilia. The article explores the emotional weight of managing a child's rare bleeding disorder and the small moments that bring those experiences back.

Packing my lunch is necessary because my schedule as a hospice chaplain can change quickly. I keep food and drinks in an ice chest in my car because it can get hot here in New Mexico. When I get a call to see a patient whose passing is imminent, time is of the essence. If […] The post A hospital vending machine brought me back to ER visits with my son appeared first on Hemophilia News Today .

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