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November 19, 2020November 19, 2020

Latest NORD Webinar Offers Insights on Starting Nonprofit, Patient Registry

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Leaders in the U.S. rare disease community came together recently for a webinar to present helpful information on how to start a nonprofit and patient registry. They shared about ... Read more

November 6, 2020November 6, 2020

NORD Hosting ‘RareLaunch’ Workshops to Help Start Rare Disease Non-profits

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The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)’s RareLaunch training program will host two days of free virtual workshops in December, with the aim of empowering leaders to start non-profit ... Read more

October 30, 2020October 30, 2020

UK Organization ‘Same But Different’ Announces ‘Glimmer of Hope’ Photo Contest Winner

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A photo of a bespectacled young boy, his red baseball cap slightly askew as he enjoys time outside, will be featured on the front cover of an upcoming calendar ... Read more

October 23, 2020October 23, 2020

Telehealth ‘Helpful’ Alternative to In-person Care, Rare Disease Patients Say

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A majority of rare disease patients using telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic thought the experience positive, and many would like the option of continuing its use in future appointments, a ... Read more

October 9, 2020October 9, 2020

Same But Different Asks Public to Vote on ‘Glimmer of Hope’ Calendar Photos

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Same But Different, a nonprofit U.K. group that uses art for social change, is inviting people to choose their favorite photographs in a calendar contest to heighten awareness of rare ... Read more

September 3, 2020September 3, 2020

Same But Different Photo Contest Celebrates People With Rare Diseases

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Same But Different, a U.K. nonprofit that uses the arts to bring communities together, is holding a calendar photography competition to raise awareness for rare diseases. Under the theme ... Read more

August 27, 2020August 27, 2020

Xperiome Platform Aims to Streamline Searches for Rare Diseases, Gain Patient Input

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Raremark, an online rare disease patient community, has launched a digital platform called Xperiome, aimed at streamlining the search for new medicines for rare disorders and incorporating more patient ... Read more

August 20, 2020August 20, 2020

EveryLife Foundation Launches Scholarship Fund for Rare Disease Community in US

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The EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases has launched a scholarship fund in the U.S. to support individuals with rare disorders who are pursuing personal goals through training and education. ... Read more

August 12, 2020August 12, 2020

New Streaming Channel Showcases Rare Disease Films

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When the COVID-19 pandemic forced the postponement of a rare disease film festival originally slated for May, its organizers set out to find a new way to bring the ... Read more

August 6, 2020August 6, 2020

Rare Disease Communities Invited to Submit Works to 2020 Rare Artist Contest

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To raise awareness of the rare disease communities and celebrate the creativity of its members, the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases is seeking submissions to the 2020 Rare Artist ... Read more