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Remarkable Results From a Phase 2 Trial for Beta Thalassemia
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Remarkable Results From a Phase 2 Trial for Beta Thalassemia

  • Post author:Sunniva Bean
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:Beta Thalassemia

As reported in Biospace; a Phase 2 study by Bristol-Myers Squibb and Acceleron Pharma Inc. earned itself recognition as among the top six abstracts received by the Presidential Symposium of…

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Filsuvez for EB Granted Priority Review 
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Filsuvez for EB Granted Priority Review 

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:Epidermolysis Bullosa

In early June 2021, Epidermolysis Bullosa News reported that Filsuvez (Oleogel-S10), a topical gel for epidermolysis bullosa (EB), received Priority Review designation from the FDA. Filsuvez Developed by Amryt Pharma,…

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RDLA Webinar: The HEART Act, Newborn Screening, and More
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RDLA Webinar: The HEART Act, Newborn Screening, and More

  • Post author:James Moore
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:Rare Disease

The Rare Disease Legislative Advocates (RDLA) webinar for the month of June took place on June 17, 2021. This month's webinar provided updates on a variety of legislative topics that…

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Compassion Corner: Compassion, Empathy, Sympathy, and Control in a Clinical Setting
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Compassion Corner: Compassion, Empathy, Sympathy, and Control in a Clinical Setting

  • Post author:Rose Duesterwald
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:Rare Disease

Compassion [kuhm-pash-uhn] noun A feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering. Compassion Corner is a…

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FDA Approves Revolo’s ‘1104 IND for EoE
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FDA Approves Revolo’s ‘1104 IND for EoE

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:Eosinophilic Esophagitis

In a news release from June 23, 2021, Revolo Biotherapeutics ("Revolo") shared that the FDA approved an Investigational New Drug (IND) application for the company's '1104 peptide treatment. Altogether, '1104…

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This Grandfather Bikes to Raise Money for Held in Our Hearts
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This Grandfather Bikes to Raise Money for Held in Our Hearts

  • Post author:Kendall Mason
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome

Mark Dalziel has big plans for this weekend; he's going to bike the length of Scotland within two days. He has a very good reason for doing so, which is…

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PT001 for PAH Earns Orphan Drug Status
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PT001 for PAH Earns Orphan Drug Status

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:pulmonary arterial hypertension

  Orphan Drug designation is a status granted to drugs or biologics intended to treat patients with rare conditions, defined as those affecting under 200,000 Americans. According to Pulmonary Hypertension News,…

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Raising MdDS Awareness: Brandy’s Story
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Raising MdDS Awareness: Brandy’s Story

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:Mal de debarquement

  Mal de débarquement, or "sickness of disembarkment," is a phenomenon which causes a bobbing, rocking, or swaying sensation, alongside other symptoms. With many people, mal de débarquement only lasts…

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The Rare 2030 Action Campaign For A Better Rare Future

The Rare 2030 Action Campaign For A Better Rare Future

  • Post author:Sunniva Bean
  • Post published:June 24, 2021
  • Post category:Rare Disease

As reported in Charcot-Marie Tooth News; this year, Eurordis has kicked off a campaign to make sure those with rare diseases don’t get left behind in the coming century. Small…

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