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Ireland has unveiled a new national strategy aimed at transforming the diagnosis and care of the estimated 300,000 people in the country living with rare diseases. According to The Irish…
Millions of social media posts and billions of views have turned TikTok into an influential platform for mental health conversations, but experts warn that using the app to self-diagnose can…
Cure Rare Disease (CRD), a pioneering nonprofit biotechnology organization, has announced the addition of new scientific and strategic leaders, marking a significant step forward in its mission to develop therapies…
In an inspiring act of love and advocacy, Joburg resident Nthabiseng Mokoena has completed a remarkable 35-day walk from Johannesburg to Cape Town to raise awareness for a rare disease…
In 2019 I presented with dark purple spots on my legs, and my neurologist decided to do lab work. My labs showed a high IGM level, so I was then…
A dedicated Hull resident, Jonny Wightman, is preparing to cycle an impressive 100 miles to raise awareness and funds for rare diseases. As reported by Hull Daily Mail, Jonny’s motivation…
Pearl Jam front-man Eddie Vedder takes center stage in the new documentary “Matter of Time,” offering fans and viewers a rare, intimate glimpse into his life as both an artist…
Living with a chronic condition is never easy, but living with two can feel like an insurmountable challenge. My journey with epilepsy and endometriosis has been a test of resilience,…
Did you know that July 23 is World Castleman Disease Day? Each year, this day is dedicated to bringing awareness to those who are affected by Castleman disease, including patients, family…
Rare Community Profiles is a Patient Worthy article series of long-form interviews featuring various stakeholders in the rare disease community, such as patients, their families, advocates, scientists, and more.…
The month of April is recognized as Sjögren's Awareness Month, a time for spreading awareness about the autoimmune disease Sjögren's syndrome in the medical community and among the general public.…
October 23 is recognized each year as Kabuki Syndrome Awareness Day, a time to help spread awareness about this syndrome among the general public and in the medical field. Kabuki…
Patient Worthy would like to wish a Happy 2nd Birthday to one of our partners, the TAPS Support Foundation. It is hard to believe that it has only been two…
Did you know that July 23 is World Castleman Disease Day? Each year, this day is dedicated to bringing awareness to those who are affected by Castleman disease, including patients, family…
At just two days old, Leita’s son Glyn started having infantile spasms. For the next sixteen years, Glyn’s seizures worsened. Leita also had two other children – twins named Asha…
When Alicia McLeod entered her 20s, she began noticing that she was showing a few concerning symptoms. Eventually, Alicia visited the doctors, where she was diagnosed with syringomyelia. According to…
According to a recent article, the parents of Anyiah Johnson are working to raise awareness for their daughter’s rare diagnosis of autoimmune encephalitis. Autoimmune Encephalitis Autoimmune encephalitis (AE) is a…
Because of their rarity, rare diseases often aren't considered or represented in the government. But state by state, we are slowly gaining representation within the legal system. This is being…
It's time to raise awareness for and celebrate the patient population that lives with eosinophilic disorders. From May 15th until the 21st, the American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED) is…
Awareness and advocacy are extremely important to every rare disease, and porphyria is no different. That's why we celebrate Porphyria Awareness Week (PAW) every year from April 2nd until the 9th.…
Often, one's own experiences inspire them to advocate for a certain cause. Abbey Hauser is an example, as she has become a voice for young adults within the rare disease…
Rare diseases can impact many aspects of life, whether that is physical, psychological, educational, or something else. As caregivers are some of the closest people to those with rare diseases,…
This Saturday, March 12, marks Narcolepsy Awareness Day, also known as Suddenly Sleepy Saturday. The Narcolepsy Network aims to raise awareness and urges everyone to do their part to advocate…
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