March is National Kidney Month!
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March is National Kidney Month!

Editor's Note: Chronic conditions and rare diseases don't discriminate, Patient Worthy and its partners are interested in amplifying the voices of those from all identities and backgrounds. If you have…

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Study: Glomerular Diseases Linked to Greater Risk of Cardivascular Disease

According to a story from Newswise, a recent study concluded that adult patients living with glomerular diseases face an increased chance of cardiovascular disease as well. The findings were first…

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Orphan Drug Designation Given for Potential New Treatment for C3 Globerulopathy

Apellis Pharmaceuticals has just announced that they have received Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA for APL-2, a C3 complement inhibitor. The company is currently investigating the drug as a…

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