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hCLN5 Gene Therapy for CLN5 Batten Disease Granted EMA Orphan Drug Status
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hCLN5 Gene Therapy for CLN5 Batten Disease Granted EMA Orphan Drug Status

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Batten Disease

In a news release from June 29, 2021, biotechnology company Neurogene Inc. shared that its adeno-associated virus (AAV) encoding a codon-optimized human CLN5 transgene (hCLN5) received Orphan Drug designation from…

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Her Parents Thought It Was Food Poisoning, But She Died of Meningococcal Disease

Her Parents Thought It Was Food Poisoning, But She Died of Meningococcal Disease

  • Post author:Rose Duesterwald
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Meningococcal disease

According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in ten people are carriers of a disease-causing bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis. In most cases, they will not experience adverse effects. However,…

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Help Is On The Way With A Blood Test That Can Detect 50 Types of Cancer

Help Is On The Way With A Blood Test That Can Detect 50 Types of Cancer

  • Post author:Rose Duesterwald
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Cancer

An exciting article in the Guardian published last year and a confirming article published this month state that new diagnostic technology has shown ‘impressive results’. This test can spot tumors…

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Here’s Why You Should Be Aware of Rhabdo This Summer
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Here’s Why You Should Be Aware of Rhabdo This Summer

  • Post author:Kendall Mason
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Rare Disease

People are rushing to get in shape for summer; it's common to see the gyms a little more full than normal. While exercise is good for you, it's important not…

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Envafolimab for Soft Tissue Sarcoma Granted Orphan Drug Status
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Envafolimab for Soft Tissue Sarcoma Granted Orphan Drug Status

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Soft Tissue Sarcoma

An Orphan Drug designation is granted to drugs or biologics intended to treat patients with rare diseases or conditions, affecting less than 200,000 Americans. Because it can sometimes be difficult…

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Antipsychotic Use Falls in Patients with PD
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Antipsychotic Use Falls in Patients with PD

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Parkinson's Disease

In the past, antipsychotics were recommended as a potential treatment for patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). This is because, in later stages of PD, patients may experience Parkinson's psychosis, which…

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NORD Interactive Virtual Forum: Aging with a Rare Condition
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NORD Interactive Virtual Forum: Aging with a Rare Condition

  • Post author:James Moore
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Rare Disease

Patient Worthy was a media partner at this year's NORD Living Rare, Living Stronger Patient and Family Forum. This is an annual event hosted by the National Organization for Rare…

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Endometrial Cancer Increase Associated with Obesity
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Endometrial Cancer Increase Associated with Obesity

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Endometrial cancer

  From June 4-8, 2021, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) held its Annual Meeting to discuss trends and research within the oncology field. According to Cancer Therapy Advisor,…

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British Citizens Support Equal Access for Rare Medications
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British Citizens Support Equal Access for Rare Medications

  • Post author:Sunniva Bean
  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post category:Rare Disease

As seen in a press release by Bioindustry; the UK BioIndustry Association (BIA) has published findings from a survey on the public’s interest in supporting rare access to affordable medicine…

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