In an exciting and heartwarming shift towards inclusivity, the world of sports is embracing a new era of diversity—one where disabled athletes are not only welcomed but celebrated for their…
This article was written by and shared with permission from Shannon Wieloch, MS. Shannon is a certified genetic counselor and patient advocate for the Aicardi-Goutiere Syndrome Advocacy Association and founder of Stork Genetics.…
Meet Liam, a 12-year-old patient at Shriners Children’s St. Louis, born with myelomeningocele, a severe form of spina bifida. This condition affects sensation in his legs, leaving him without feeling…
Written by Heather Shorten, Founder, Pompe Alliance On July 15th, 2015, I was diagnosed with Pompe disease after about 3 years of searching for a diagnosis. I know 3 years…
Patient Worthy collaborator Heal Canada has recently released the 5th edition of its digital magazine E³ Advocacy---Empower, Engage, Educate. This publication is dedicated to sharing articles, reflections, news, and resources…
Researchers discovered a version of the Cas protein that fits into adeno-associated viruses (AAVs). This virus can be engineered to deliver targeted therapy to cells and is a common approach…
Written by Jennifer, a patient living with WHIM syndrome. ### I’m in my sixties - but it wasn’t until a decade ago that I learned the name of the rare…
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.…
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. Jonathan…
By: Harsha K Rajasimha, Ph.D., Founder and CEO of Jeeva Clinical Trials Challenges Unique to Cell and Gene Therapies (CGTx) Clinical Trials Cell and gene therapies (CGTx) have emerged as…
On July 11th Dr. Mathew Winton went to Capitol Hill with senators and staff from both parties to discuss collaboration with the FDA regarding the pending termination of the Priority…
In unedited, early-access research published in Nature, a team of researchers explain that an estimated 60% of people with neurodevelopmental disorders remain undiagnosed, despite comprehensive genetic testing options. In many cases, this is…
Recently there has been an increasing amount of research attempting to control CRISPR gene-editing systems. These systems are found in many types of bacteria as a defense against viruses. The…
What do progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), frontotemporal dementia (FTD), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) all have in common? People with these conditions often face long diagnostic delays due to challenges…
Written by Carol Trager Parents of a “rare” child constantly search for answers, for direction, for hope. They collect information and advice from a variety of sources, yet they must…
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.…
Trichophyton mentagrophytes type VII is a fungal species that are usually transmitted through environmental spores. This fungal infection normally causes skin issues in animals. But wait - there's more. Trichophyton…
If you have dystonia and chronic pain like I do, or one of many other thousands of health conditions, or just dealing with some tough life situations...you are not alone.…
Get ready to lace up your sneakers, grab your swim goggles, hop on your bike, or move the way you move best - all for a great cause! Uplifting Athletes,…
Parenthood is about raising the child you have, not the child you thought you'd have. Anthony and Lindsey Terling shared this message in their video "The Austin Way!" where the…
The FDA's Fast Track designation is designed to speed up the journey from development to approval for therapies that tackle serious conditions and meet previously unfulfilled medical needs. To learn…
Max Moore normally loved going on family walks with his mom Mandie, dad Devin, and brother Chase (age four at the time) throughout their neighborhood. But when he was eight…
Made with fresh watermelon juice, vodka, triple sec, and lemon-lime soda, a Watermelon Crush is exactly as bubbly, bright, and refreshing as you want from your ideal summer sipper. And…
In the United States, a rare condition is defined as one affecting fewer than 200,000 people nationwide. But when you consider how many people actually live with a rare condition,…
What’s better than being in warm and sunny Arizona? Getting to learn alongside the amazing primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) community while there! The PBCers organization held its 2024 Patient Education…
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