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SUMMARY:MPN Research Foundation Global Patient Unmet Needs Assessment
DESCRIPTION:2026 Global Patient Unmet Needs Assessment is open! @MPNResearch Foundation invites individuals living with a myeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN) to participate in the 2026 Global Patient Unmet Needs Assessment. Your insights help guide future research\, improve resources\, and highlights where unmet needs remain for those living with MPNs worldwide. \nTopics include:\n• MPN diagnosis & monitoring\n• Therapies & clinical trials\n• Symptoms & related conditions\n• Access to information & resources\n• Emotional health & quality of life \nTake the assessment: \nhttps://www.tfaforms.com/5184100\nPreview 2024 assessment highlights:\nhttps://mpnresearchfoundation.org/mpn-unmet-needs-assessment-preview/\nPreliminary results will be shared in Summer 2026. Please share widely — especially with international MPN communities — to help identify unmet needs worldwide.
URL:https://rarediseases.org/event/mpn-research-foundation-global-patient-unmet-needs-assessment/
CATEGORIES:NORD Member Event
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding Medical Nutrition and Insurance Coverage Challenges
DESCRIPTION:For many rare disease patients\, medical nutrition products are life-sustaining medicine\, yet insurance coverage for medical nutrition is inconsistent and varies widely based on a patient’s diagnosis\, insurance plan type\, and state of residence. During this webinar\, we’ll teach you about the meaning of “medically necessary nutrition products”\, how medical nutrition coverage challenges impact the rare disease community\, and ways you can advocate for improved medical nutrition coverage in your state and at the federal level. \nRegister
URL:https://rarediseases.org/event/understanding-medical-nutrition-and-insurance-coverage-challenges/
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SUMMARY:ED for EDS4 Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:ED for EDS4 presents their 3rd Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the National Organization for Rare Disorders\, hosted at the Heritage Country Club in Charlton\, MA. Swing by after the tournament for dinner and a chance to win cash and prizes. \nClick here to enlarge the image.
URL:https://rarediseases.org/event/ed-for-eds4-golf-tournament/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Innovative Approaches to Improving Your Rare Disease Care
DESCRIPTION:In an era of scientific and technological advances\, rare disease care is changing every day. Join us for a robust panel discussion diving into different approaches to navigate and improve your rare care throughout each step of your journey. \nRegister
URL:https://rarediseases.org/event/living-rare-living-stronger-summer-webinar-series-2/
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SUMMARY:NORD Volunteer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, NORD staff will provide an overview of NORD’s volunteer programming. This is designed to give you a clear understanding of our mission and the various ways you can make an impact. We will conclude with an open-floor discussion\, providing a space for you to ask questions and determine the next steps for your volunteer journey. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rarediseases.org/event/nord-volunteer-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Advocate,For Clinicians and Researchers,For Patient Organizations,For Patients and Families,NORD Events,Rare Action Network Events
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