Fadzai is a senior manager with a mining company, and was first diagnosed with VWD 14 years ago by Professor Ross Baker at the Perth Blood Institute. She recently returned to consult with Professor Baker to prepare for a major surgery, where excessive blood loss could pose a real and serious risk.

Like many women, Fadzai has expressed feelings of shame and isolation about her Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, despite the fact that the condition affects over 1.7 million Australians.

As a proud participant in the WBHI project, Fadzai for the first time has felt heard, validated and empowered in her journey to regain her life.