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  1. Pam and Kelsey’s PKU Story

    Pam and her daughter, Kelsey, live with phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare, inherited metabolic disease which affects the brain.
    Rare Disease Community, Rare Journeys
    December 3, 2024
    1 minute
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  2. Celebrating Those Who Care for Others

    As November ushers in a season of gratitude, it also brings with it National Caregivers Month – a time to recognize and celebrate the unsung heroes who dedicate their lives to caring for others, particularly those in the rare disease community. These individuals, often family members or close friends, play an invaluable role in supporting…
    Rare Disease Community
    November 21, 2024
    2 minutes
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  3. Caregiving at a Young Age

    Laci shares what it was like to be a caregiver at a young age for someone with Huntington’s disease.
    Rare Disease Community, Rare Journeys
    November 14, 2024
    1 minute
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  4. Autumn’s Huntington’s Disease Diagnostic Journey

    Londen shares her story as the mother & caregiver of Autumn, who has juvenile Huntington’s disease.
    Rare Disease Community, Rare Journeys
    November 14, 2024
    1 minute
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  5. Start the Conversation this International Ataxia Awareness Day

    In honor of International Ataxia Awareness Day (IAAD), recognized on September 25th each year, we are joining forces with the global ataxia community in their efforts to bring awareness to this rare disease. The theme of this year’s day is “Ask Me About Ataxia” – encouraging people to learn more about ataxia by asking questions.…
    Rare Disease Community
    September 19, 2024
    1 minute
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  6. Kailey is Thankful for her FAMily

    Kailey is grateful for the Friedreich's ataxia community and strives to raise awareness of FA.
    Rare Disease Community, Rare Journeys
    September 17, 2024
    1 minute
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  7. Brittany Brings Order to Friedreich’s Ataxia

    Brittany encourages others with Friedreich's ataxia to take their time accepting their diagnosis.
    Rare Disease Community, Rare Journeys
    September 17, 2024
    1 minute
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  8. Tomáš Shares his Many Passions

    Tomáš wants to remain as independent and active as possible with FA for as long as possible.
    Rare Disease Community, Rare Journeys
    September 17, 2024
    1 minute
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  9. Improving the Transition from Pediatric to Adult Care in Duchenne

    PTC research highlights opportunities to improve the transition experience for young adults living with Duchenne In 2023, PTC supported a research project conducted by a patient-focused consultancy Redline Strategic exploring the experience for teenagers, young adults and caregivers living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) as they transition from pediatric care to adult care. The research…
    Rare Disease Community
    August 29, 2024
    3 minutes
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  10. Raising Voices for Duchenne

    World Duchenne Awareness Day is on Sept. 7. In honor of this year’s theme, “raise your voice for Duchenne”, we are highlighting remarkable individuals in the Duchenne community who are doing just that: using their voices to raise awareness of Duchenne, advocating for those living with the condition and inspiring the community to join them…
    Rare Disease Community
    August 27, 2024
    2 minutes
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