Rare Disease News

Celebrating Awareness: One-Year Anniversary of Rare Disease of the Day

Published September 12, 2016 by NORD

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This summer marked our one-year anniversary of hosting the Rare Disease of the Day campaign on our Facebook page and website. It has been a productive campaign, sharing information on …

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Becoming a Marathon Runner

Published September 9, 2016 by NORD

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Written By: Kate Bartlett “I came across NORD’s website when I was doing research for my friend Heather Von St. James who was diagnosed with mesothelioma, 3 1/2 months after giving …

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NORD Responds to AHIP Report on Orphan Drug Act

Published September 2, 2016 by NORD

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By Peter L. Saltonstall One of the most successful pieces of legislation ever passed by the Congress is the Orphan Drug Act of 1983 (ODA). It was intended to stimulate …

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Key Dates Approaching for NORD Summit

Published August 18, 2016 by NORD

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Researchers have the opportunity to present research to a large and diverse audience during the 2016 #NORDSummit

NORD Publishes Expanded Access FAQ

Published August 15, 2016 by NORD

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NORD has published a new guide to help people and caregivers living with rare diseases understand expanded access and how to access unapproved medicines. In the guide, NORD answers frequently asked questions including …

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NORD Issues Statement in Response to PDUFA VI Commitment Letter

Published July 21, 2016 by NORD

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On July 15, the Food and Drug Administration released the performance goals letter for the reauthorization of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act, also known as PDUFA VI. The PDUFA …

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Advocacy Alert: Illinois Rare Disease Commission Bill

Published July 15, 2016 by NORD

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UPDATE: July 11, 2016 Illinois HB 4576 is close to passing! This bill would establish a Rare Disease Commission that would give patients – many of whom are too young …

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NORD Issues Statement as Senate Postpones Vote on Cures Legislation

Published July 14, 2016 by NORD

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The following statement was issued by Peter L. Saltonstall, President and CEO of the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), as the Senate announced it would not vote on its …

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July 13 Day of Action: Last Chance for Zika Funding

Published July 13, 2016 by NORD

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Time is running out – today may be our last chance before September for anything to happen on the critical Zika package. This Friday, Senators will depart D.C. for their 7-week …

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Register: Rally for Medical Research Hill Day 2016, Sept. 21-22

Published June 29, 2016 by NORD

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Save the date for Sept. 21-22 for a nationwide day of action! Join NORD and 300+ partner organizations as we ‘rally’ for medical research as part of the annual Rally …

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