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Here’s Why People With Dystonia Are Basically Twilight Vampires

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 24, 2015
  • Post category:Dystonia/Rare Disease

We know that overexposure to the sun cause a serious burn-peel situation, but did you know that the sun can be especially risky for those with a predisposition to developing…

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Blood and Guts? Wait Til You See How This Dutch Artist Deals With Cystinosis

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 23, 2015
  • Post category:Cystinosis/Rare Disease

Rare Connect explains the life of Annie Kwakkel who was born with cystinosis, a genetic condition that affects approximates 1 in 100,00 to 200,000 newborns worldwide. Today, people living with…

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Science Finally Answers This 3,800 Year-Old Man’s Gigantic Mystery

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 23, 2015
  • Post category:Acromegaly/Rare Disease

"A protruding brow, lantern jaw, thick leg and arm bones", and incredibly crowded teeth were all characteristics of a recently found 3,800-year-old skeleton as reported by Western Digs. Each feature…

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PI Drug RI-002 BLA accepted by FDA

PI Drug RI-002 BLA accepted by FDA

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 22, 2015
  • Post category:Primary Immunodeficiencies/Rare Disease

In July, Patient Worthy published BREAKING news about ADMA Biologics, Inc.'s promising new drug; RI-002, a specialty IGIV treatment for patients who are immune-compromised. RI-002 data proved the drug's ability to prevent…

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A Call For Culture Shift in Pharma

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 22, 2015
  • Post category:Rare Disease

  The National Health Council and The Genetic Alliance are asserting the need for further patient engagement and incorporation of patient perspectives in drug development and the pharmaceutical industry. In…

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The Dystonia Muse on being “uneased” by your disease

The Dystonia Muse on being “uneased” by your disease

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 22, 2015
  • Post category:Dystonia/Rare Disease

September is almost over! #signtheDAMpetition Guest Blogger: Pamela Sloate airs some of her neurological dirty laundry in her original blog post, Dis*ease Unease.   For most of my life, I’ve been…

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Meme Monday: 3 Images to Brighten Someone’s Day

Meme Monday: 3 Images to Brighten Someone’s Day

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 21, 2015
  • Post category:Rare Disease

This Meme Monday here are some funny and encouraging memes to share with your friends and family, no matter the rare condition. All that we ask is when you share…

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She Needed a Liver, But What She Gives is What’s Special

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 21, 2015
  • Post category:Rare Disease/Tyrosinemia

Living with a serious illness affects more than one's physical health; mental health often suffers, too. Which is one reason Anna Barlow took note when she met Anna Sirieix. The…

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Alex Trebek of All People Saved This Radio Announcer’s Life

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 21, 2015
  • Post category:Acromegaly/Rare Disease

Go on your average radio show website—when you check out the bios of your favorite hosts, putting a face to those funky fresh tones you listen to on your way…

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Why Patient Perspective is Worthy of Industry Ears

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 19, 2015
  • Post category:Rare Disease

Patient Worthy attended the EveryLife Foundation’s  annual forum this past Tuesday in Washington, DC. It was a full day workshop about why incorporating the patient perspective into the various phases of developing drugs…

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Editor’s Choice Weekend Roundup: 9-18-15

Editor’s Choice Weekend Roundup: 9-18-15

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 18, 2015
  • Post category:Acromegaly/Dystonia/Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia

Check out and pass along the Editor's Choice articles of the week! [one_half] [/one_half] [one_half_last] This is Why People Are Shakin’ It for Dystonia Awareness Month When dystonia leaves you…

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Follow Patient Worthy Live at the Orphan Drug Summit in Copenhagen!

Follow Patient Worthy Live at the Orphan Drug Summit in Copenhagen!

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 18, 2015
  • Post category:Rare Disease

Patient Worthy is bringing another conference to you through live tweets (@PatientWorthy)! Yesterday and today our director of advocacy is attending the Orphan Drug Summit in Copenhagen , Denmark. Among…

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Why Your Disease Doesn’t Make You a Comeback Kid

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 18, 2015
  • Post category:Ankylosing Spondylitis/Rare Disease

The world loves a good comeback story. And I am all for giving people their well-deserved “congrats” when they’ve faced down adversity and accomplished something fantastic. Franklin Gutierrez, for example,…

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This Little Girl’s Plea for Cake Will Make You Throw on an Apron
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This Little Girl’s Plea for Cake Will Make You Throw on an Apron

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 17, 2015
  • Post category:GLUT1 DS/Rare Disease

As a young girl, Remi Savioz wanted one thing. And no, it wasn’t a puppy, a bike, or even a trip to Disneyland… What Remi wanted was a GLUT1 DS…

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Are You Ready for this Truth About an Ankylosing Spondylitis Cure?

Are You Ready for this Truth About an Ankylosing Spondylitis Cure?

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 17, 2015
  • Post category:Ankylosing Spondylitis

We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but according to media outlet, Newswise, a rather unfortunate truth has been recently brought to light, revealing that people with spinal arthritis have…

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What Your Mother Never Told You About PI Treatment Options
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What Your Mother Never Told You About PI Treatment Options

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 17, 2015
  • Post category:CVID/Primary Immunodeficiencies/Rare Disease

C’mon needlephobes—you know who you are! Every family has one—and it’s okay. Breathe… Whether or not you or your loved one is a die-hard needlephobe, you’re probably not reading this…

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Get Clued in on CAPS, 3 Helpful Pieces of Information

Get Clued in on CAPS, 3 Helpful Pieces of Information

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 17, 2015
  • Post category:CAPS/Rare Disease

Ever heard of CAPS? It’s not a hat or a Washington D.C. based hockey team; it’s a group of rare, inherited autoinflammatory diseases. CAPS, short for Cryopyrin-Associated Periodic Syndromes, is…

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This is When a Second Opinion Could Save Your Life

This is When a Second Opinion Could Save Your Life

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 17, 2015
  • Post category:Familial Hypercholesterolemia/Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia/Rare Disease

Little Avery’s family has had to make some major changes ever since Avery was diagnosed with Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH) in December 2014. As discussed in the blog, Avery's Fight, doctors…

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Should This Doctor’s Big Brains Be Insured?

Should This Doctor’s Big Brains Be Insured?

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 17, 2015
  • Post category:Ankylosing Spondylitis/Rare Disease

If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS), here’s the latest down and dirty news from a clinical trial that matters—cause nobody wants to read…

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CVID Cure on the Horizon? This New Treatment is the Truth

CVID Cure on the Horizon? This New Treatment is the Truth

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 16, 2015
  • Post category:Ankylosing Spondylitis/CVID/Primary Immunodeficiencies/Rare Disease

Autoimmune diseases: Can't live with 'em; can't cure 'em... which is unfortunate when according to The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, seven to 10 percent of the population in the Western…

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This Man Responds Perfectly When Dystonia Tries to Destroy His Passion

This Man Responds Perfectly When Dystonia Tries to Destroy His Passion

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 16, 2015
  • Post category:Dystonia/Rare Disease

His Dad played alto Sax, but Neal played drums. And when I say played drums, I mean like nothing you've ever seen before! Those around him were in awe.  As…

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This is Why People Are Shakin’ It for Dystonia Awareness Month

This is Why People Are Shakin’ It for Dystonia Awareness Month

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 16, 2015
  • Post category:Dystonia/Rare Disease

Show us your moves, dystonia patients, show us your moves. At least, that’s what Pat Wyatt’s doing, according to a recent article published in the Shelby County Reporter. Wyatt has…

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This Mother’s Love is Unmatched After Tragedy Struck Her Children

This Mother’s Love is Unmatched After Tragedy Struck Her Children

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 15, 2015
  • Post category:Dystonia/Rare Disease

For Shannon, a loving momma and avid blogger, the lyrics posted on her blog page, For Waverly. For Oliver. For a cure., are words she couldn’t wish truer: I want…

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Como ser Valiente – Lecciones de una Milenaria Inspiradora con AEH

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 15, 2015
  • Post category:HAE/Rare Disease

Amanda lucho durante muchos años para comprender cuál era la razón detrás de las hinchazones y el dolor que experimentaba frecuentemente. Sus doctores no sabían que le pasaba y ella…

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This Man’s Uncontrollable Growth Is Not What You Think

This Man’s Uncontrollable Growth Is Not What You Think

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:September 15, 2015
  • Post category:Acromegaly/Rare Disease

People often debate whether things in life happen by fate, or by chance As explained on the UC Neuroscience website, all Jim knows is that a lot of coincidences had…

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